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Pineapple Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Pineapple Grilled Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded and thin cut); 1/4 cup canned pineapple juice; 1/4 cup Hawaiian barbeque sauce; 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1 8 oz can pineapple rings (drained, juice reserved)

Byanna orden September 8, 2026September 8, 2026

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Introduction

This Pineapple Grilled Chicken recipe combines juicy chicken breasts with sweet and tangy pineapple for a deliciously flavorful meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a summer barbecue.

The dish shows a white plate filled with layers of grilled pineapple rings and grilled chicken breasts. The pineapple rings are golden yellow with dark brown grill marks and are placed under and around the chicken. The chicken is light brown with shiny, sticky glaze and dark grill lines, topped with small green onion pieces for garnish. The plate is on a white marbled surface, with a green pineapple on the left side and a part of another white plate with gold forks at the top right. A kitchen tool with black handles is partially visible at the bottom right corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded and thin cut)
1 8 oz can pineapple rings (drained – set juice aside)
1/4 cup canned pineapple juice
1/4 cup Hawaiian barbeque sauce
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Step 1: Heat grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2: In a large bowl, mix pineapple juice, barbecue sauce, low sodium soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and onion powder to make a marinade.
Step 3: Set ¼ cup of your marinade mixture aside for basting the chicken before serving.
Step 4: Place your chicken and pineapple rings into your marinade and let sit covered in a refrigerator for 10-20 minutes. Do not marinate for more than 20 minutes to prevent the pineapple juice from breaking down the chicken too much.
Step 5: Grill marinated pineapple rings and chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side, making sure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 6: Serve hot with the reserved marinade for basting and optionally garnish with chopped green onions.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add fresh ginger or garlic to the marinade.
If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
Use fresh pineapple slices instead of canned for a brighter taste.
Serve with rice or a fresh green salad to complete the meal.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or on a grill pan to maintain flavor and juiciness.

How to Serve

A white plate holds three layered grilled chicken breasts topped with round slices of grilled pineapple. The browned, slightly charred grill marks cross the golden-yellow pineapple rings and the light brown chicken, which is glazed with a shiny, thick, dark caramel-colored sauce. Small green garnish pieces are sprinkled over the dish. The plate is placed on a white marbled texture surface with part of a fresh pineapple, a white plate with gold cutlery, and scissors visible around. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I marinate the chicken for longer than 20 minutes?

It’s best not to marinate longer than 20 minutes because the enzymes in pineapple juice can break down the chicken meat too much, leading to a mushy texture.