Description
Juicy grilled chicken marinated in a tropical blend of soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and spices, then caramelized on the grill for a sweet, savory, and smoky Hawaiian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup white wine or sherry
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp Sriracha (optional)
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, chicken broth, rice vinegar, pineapple juice, white wine or sherry, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, Sriracha (if using), and black pepper until sugar dissolves.
- Reserve 1 cup of the marinade for basting and set aside.
- Place chicken in the remaining marinade and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium heat and oil the grates.
- Grill the chicken, turning occasionally and basting with reserved marinade, until chicken is cooked through and caramelized (about 35–40 minutes).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs or drumsticks for juicier results.
- Substitute apple cider vinegar or Worcestershire sauce if needed.
- Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes, then broil to caramelize if not grilling.
- Cool leftovers completely before refrigerating for up to 4 days.
- Marinating overnight yields the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
