Description
Unleash the best flavor with our grilled aloha chicken recipe! This step-by-step guide makes it easy to create a tropical and savory dish that your whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 fresh pineapple, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
- Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak for 30 mins)
- Optional: Cooked coconut rice or macadamia nut rice for serving
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- 2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken pieces in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- 3. Prep Your Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F / 200-230°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
- 4. Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated chicken, pineapple, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
- 5. Grill Skewers: Place skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for 3-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and vegetables are tender-crisp with nice char marks.
- 6. Rest and Serve: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve hot, perhaps with coconut rice.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins