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pineapple chicken

A delicious sweet and savory pineapple chicken perfect for a summer meal.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 1 minute
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup ketchup
  • 0.5 cup pulverized pineapple
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha
  • 1 large pineapple cored and sliced into rounds
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Transfer the chicken breasts to a large gallon-size bag or a baking dish.
  2. Prepare the marinade by combining soy sauce, ketchup, pulverized pineapple, pineapple juice, honey, rice vinegar, and sriracha in a bowl. Whisk until smooth. Pour half over the chicken, refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. Remove chicken from fridge, let rest for 10-15 minutes. Preheat grill to 450°F. Clean grate or lay aluminum foil on the grill.
  4. Season pineapple slices with chili powder and salt.
  5. Grill chicken over direct heat for 8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Grill pineapple for 2-3 minutes per side to develop grill marks.
  7. Simmer remaining marinade in a saucepan for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
  8. Pour remaining marinade over chicken and pineapple before serving.

Notes

Enjoy this sweet and savory pineapple chicken with a side of rice or vegetables.