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Grilled Aloha Chicken and Pineapple

Grilled Aloha Chicken and Pineapple

This Grilled Aloha Chicken and Pineapple recipe combines marinated chicken breasts and grilled pineapple for a tropical flavor experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Hawaiian
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • Zip-top Bag
  • meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Use thighs for extra juiciness.
  • ½ cup ketchup Barbecue sauce can be used instead.
  • ¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce Low-sodium versions recommended.
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar Coconut sugar can be a substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil Olive oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Lime juice can be swapped for a tropical twist.
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Fresh ginger can be used for stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Sea salt can also be used.
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Pre-ground will work if fresh is not available.

For the Pineapple

  • 1 whole fresh pineapple Can use canned pineapple, just drain well.
  • 4 stalks thinly sliced green onions Cilantro can be used for a different flavor.

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a large zip-top bag, combine the chicken, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, avocado oil, lemon juice, ginger, salt, and pepper. Close the bag tightly and mix well.
  • Place the bag in the refrigerator and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Fire up your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  • Dunk the pineapple spears into the remaining marinade before grilling.
  • Grill the chicken for about 5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook an additional 4-5 minutes until fully cooked.
  • Grill the pineapple until caramelized, rotating occasionally.
  • Serve the grilled chicken and pineapple on a platter, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword BBQ Chicken, easy chicken recipe, Grilled Chicken, Hawaiian chicken, pineapple, summer grilling
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