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Hawaiian BBQ Chicken (Meal Prep Style)
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Hawaiian BBQ Chicken (Meal Prep Style)
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Hawaiian BBQ Chicken (Meal Prep Style)

This quick and delicious Hawaiian BBQ Chicken recipe is perfect for easy meal prep or a flavorful weeknight dinner. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a sweet and savory pineapple BBQ sauce, then baked to perfection. Serve it with rice for a complete and satisfying meal inspired by @theerealjasmiine's creation.
#Chicken
#BBQ
#Hawaiian
#Meal Prep
#Dinner
#Lunch
#Easy
#Weeknight
#Pineapple
Chicken pieces prepared for marinating
Chicken pieces prepared for marinating

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Hawaiian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
38g
Protein
35g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Mixing the flavorful Hawaiian BBQ sauce
Mixing the flavorful Hawaiian BBQ sauce

Ingredients

  • Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
    (Cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces)

    1.5 lbs

  • Hawaiian BBQ Sauce
    (Or regular BBQ sauce with 2 tbsp pineapple juice)

    1 cup

  • Low Sodium Soy Sauce

    2 tbsp

  • Brown Sugar
    (Packed)

    1 tbsp

  • Garlic
    (Minced)

    2 cloves

  • Fresh Ginger
    (Grated)

    1 tsp

  • Pineapple Chunks
    (Canned, drained, or fresh)

    1 cup

  • Green Onions
    (Chopped, for garnish)

    2

  • Toasted Sesame Seeds
    (For garnish)

    1 tsp

  • Cooked White Rice
    (For serving)

    4 cups
Servings: 4
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Hawaiian BBQ chicken baking in the oven
Hawaiian BBQ chicken baking in the oven

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into approximately 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large bowl.
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    Prepare the chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into approximately 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large bowl.
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    Ensure pieces are uniform in size for even cooking. Pat chicken dry for better searing if pan-frying.
  • 2

    Make the marinade: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the Hawaiian BBQ sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger until well combined.
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    Make the marinade: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the Hawaiian BBQ sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger until well combined.
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    Adjust brown sugar to your sweetness preference. For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • 3

    Marinate the chicken: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken pieces in the large bowl. Toss to ensure all chicken is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
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    Marinate the chicken: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken pieces in the large bowl. Toss to ensure all chicken is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
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    If short on time, even 15-20 minutes of marination will impart good flavor.
  • 4

    Preheat oven and arrange chicken: Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup. Spread the marinated chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
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    Preheat oven and arrange chicken: Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup. Spread the marinated chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
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    Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow chicken to bake evenly and caramelize well.
  • 5

    Bake the chicken: Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165ยฐF (74ยฐC). The sauce should be slightly caramelized.
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    Bake the chicken: Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165ยฐF (74ยฐC). The sauce should be slightly caramelized.
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    For extra browning, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • 6

    Add pineapple: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the drained pineapple chunks to the chicken and gently toss to combine. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes to warm the pineapple through.
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    Add pineapple: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the drained pineapple chunks to the chicken and gently toss to combine. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes to warm the pineapple through.
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    If using fresh pineapple, ensure it's ripe for the best flavor.
  • 7

    Garnish and serve: Remove the Hawaiian BBQ chicken from the oven. Garnish generously with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately over hot cooked white rice.
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    Garnish and serve: Remove the Hawaiian BBQ chicken from the oven. Garnish generously with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately over hot cooked white rice.
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    This dish also pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple green salad for a balanced meal.
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