Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Pineapple (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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1 cup teriyaki sauce
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1/2 cup pineapple juice
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 fresh pineapple, sliced into rings
→ Garnish (optional)
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Sesame seeds
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Sliced green onions
# Steps to Follow:
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In a bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
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Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for optimal flavor infusion.
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
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Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving marinade for basting.
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Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade, until fully cooked through.
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Place pineapple rings on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and fruit is caramelized.
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Discard any leftover marinade that was in contact with raw chicken. Arrange grilled chicken on a serving platter, top with grilled pineapple. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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For intensified flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Fresh pineapple delivers optimal sweetness and caramelization when grilled.