Description
A delightful recipe for Sweet & Savory Hawaiian Honey Pineapple Chicken that combines tropical flavors with a honey glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper in a mixing bowl to form a marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs into the marinade, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Heat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Remove the marinated chicken from the bowl, setting aside the marinade for later use. Cook the chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- While the chicken is cooking, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- In the final minutes of cooking, add the pineapple chunks to the grill or skillet to caramelize and warm through.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, pour the thickened marinade over both the chicken and the pineapple.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the grill for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg