Description
This Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken with Pineapple delivers a vibrant explosion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Tender chicken thighs are roasted with juicy pineapple in a luscious teriyaki glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 600g (1.3lb) Chicken Thighs, boneless, skinless
- 120ml (½ cup) Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 60ml (¼ cup) Pineapple Juice, fresh
- 30ml (2 Tbsp) Brown Sugar
- 15ml (1 Tbsp) Honey
- 15ml (1 Tbsp) Rice Vinegar, non-alcoholic
- 15ml (1 Tbsp) Toasted Sesame Oil
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 5g (1 tsp) Ginger, grated
- 15ml (1 Tbsp) Cornstarch mixed with 30ml (2 Tbsp) Water
- 200g (7oz) Pineapple, cut into chunks
- 15ml (1 Tbsp) Vegetable Oil
- ½ tsp (2g) Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 5g (1 tsp) Sesame Seeds, toasted
- 30g (2 Tbsp) Scallion Greens, chopped
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Teriyaki Glaze: Combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger; simmer until dissolved.
- Thicken Glaze: Whisk in cornstarch slurry; cook until glossy.
- Divide Glaze: Separate glaze into two portions for marinating and basting.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken thighs in one portion of glaze; refrigerate for 30-120 minutes.
- Sear Chicken: Sear chicken in hot oil until browned on both sides.
- Roast with Pineapple: Brush with remaining glaze; arrange pineapple around chicken; roast.
- Roast to Perfection: Roast until chicken reaches 74°C (165°F) and pineapple caramelizes.
- Rest and Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Marinating the chicken for longer enhances flavor. Patting the chicken dry before searing ensures a good crust. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 150g
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, teriyaki, pineapple, hawaiian, glaze, thighs, sweet, savory, tropical