Description
A delightful dish bringing the flavors of the tropics with juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Cooked jasmine rice, for serving
- Green onions & sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Pour over chicken thighs and marinate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
- Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium heat until charred and cooked through, brushing with extra marinade to glaze.
- Stack chicken over rice and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot and enjoy the tropical vibes!
Notes
For more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Consider adding grilled pineapple slices as an added topping for a fresh twist.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, tropical, Hawaiian, grilled chicken, easy dinner