Honey Pineapple Grilled Chicken: Juicy & Flavorful

Enjoy the irresistible fusion of juicy chicken and tropical flavors with this Honey Pineapple Grilled Chicken recipe. Infused with a sweet and savory marinade of honey, pineapple juice, and soy sauce, each bite delivers a delicious balance of smoky, sticky, and citrusy goodness. Ideal for summer barbecues, family dinners, or meal prepping, this easy grilled chicken dish will transport your taste buds to paradise.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Rest Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

4 boneless chicken breasts
1/2 cup pineapple juice
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method

Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, ginger, pepper, and salt.
Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or bowl and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
Preheat the Grill: Heat grill to 200–220°C. Oil the grates lightly.
Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade (reserve a bit to brush while grilling). Grill each side for 6–8 minutes, brushing with reserved marinade, until internal temp reaches 75°C.
Add Pineapple: In the last 2–3 minutes, grill pineapple chunks until caramelized.
Rest and Serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley and serve with grilled pineapple.

Notes

You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for juicier meat.

For extra spice, add 1/2 tsp chili flakes to the marinade.

Leftovers are great in wraps, salads, or sandwiches.