Ingredients
2–2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
½ cup pineapple juice
⅓ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp sesame oil
Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish and pour in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
Grill Time: Preheat grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve some to baste), and grill 5–6 minutes per side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
Finish & Serve: Chicken is done when internal temp reaches 165°F. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice, grilled pineapple, or a crisp slaw.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinate Time: +2 hours
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Sugar: 14g per serving
- Fat: 12g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 18g per serving
- Protein: 28g per serving