269 minutes
A flavorful grilled chicken dish infused with a sweet and savory Hawaiian marinade, perfect for a tropical dining experience.
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
each
Pineapple Juice
cups
cups
cups
Garlic Clove, minced
each
Fresh Ginger, grated
tablespoons
tablespoons
1. Prepare Marinade
In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and rice vinegar. Whisk these together until the sugar dissolves completely.
2. Marinate Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight.
3. Preheat Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. While the grill is heating, remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the marinade.
4. Grill Chicken
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Avoid moving the chicken too much while grilling to allow those nice grill marks to form.
5. Rest and Serve
Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with a side of grilled pineapple slices and perhaps a simple green salad or coconut rice to complete the tropical feast.
Tropical Grilled Protein. Variations
Pineapple to Mango, Soy Sauce Alternatives, Ginger Variations. Herb Highlights
Use fresh ginger, garlic, and citrus in the marinade and allow the chicken to marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, for deeper flavor penetration.
Preheat the grill to medium-high for an initial sear, then move the chicken to a cooler area to finish cooking without burning.
Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C); remove it a few degrees early to account for carryover cooking.
Accompany the chicken with sides like coconut rice, grilled pineapple, or fresh mango salsa to enhance the tropical theme.
Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and prevent drying out of thinner parts.
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