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Grilled Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

Grilled Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

Nora
Looking for a crowd-pleasing meal that bursts with tropical flavors and is super easy to whip up? This Grilled Hawaiian BBQ Chicken features juicy chicken, a sticky-sweet barbecue sauce, and caramelized pineapple—summer vibes on a plate!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 11 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Hawaiian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 20 ounce canned pineapple slices in juice NOT heavy syrup
  • 1/4 cup less sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 heaping teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts and thighs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 pieces green onions thinly sliced
  • 3 cups cooked long grain white rice

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice (drained from the can), soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. This will be your marinade and basting sauce.
  • Place the chicken breasts and thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour two-thirds of the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor).
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush the grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and let excess drip off. Place on the grill and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side, brushing with the reserved marinade during the last few minutes. Grill until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • While the chicken grills, brush pineapple slices lightly with a bit of the reserved marinade and grill for 2–3 minutes per side, until caramelized and lightly charred.
  • Remove chicken and pineapple from the grill. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Serve chicken and pineapple slices over bowls of fluffy white rice. Top with sliced green onions for a fresh crunch and extra color. Dig in and enjoy!

Notes

Marinating overnight gives even more flavor! Pair with coconut rice or a tropical slaw for extra flair.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 1040mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Easy
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