Bring the tropical vibes to your table with this juicy, flavorful chicken marinated in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce, grilled to perfection!
📋 Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Pineapple rings (optional, for grilling)
👩🍳 Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar.
- Pour half of the mixture into a ziplock bag with the chicken. Seal and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Mix cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Stir into the sauce and cook until thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Set aside.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, basting with the thickened sauce until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Optional: Grill pineapple rings for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Serve chicken topped with sesame seeds and green onions, alongside grilled pineapple.
💡 Tips
- For extra tenderness, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Use boneless chicken breasts if you prefer leaner meat.
- Serve with steamed rice or coconut rice for a complete island-style meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Let me know if you’d like a version for oven or air fryer! 🌺