Forget bland grilled chicken breasts and shake up your dinner routine with this sweet and savory grilled pineapple chicken recipe. Lean chicken breasts soak in a fruity, zippy marinade made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic and fresh ginger until they’re flavorful and super tender. Then the chicken hits the grill alongside fresh pineapple slices until the meat is perfectly tender and the fruit is beautifully caramelized.

We could stop there, but it gets even better with the finishing touches: a drizzle of sticky-sweet sauce and a sprinkle of sliced green onions. The sauce comes together quickly by reducing some of the reserved marinade, so it takes little effort. This healthy grilled chicken recipe is perfect for summer cookouts, casual backyard entertaining or even high-protein meal prepping.

Grilled Pineapple Chicken Ingredients

• Marinade: Pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and garlic are mixed into a sweet, tangy and umami-rich marinade that doubles as a sticky glaze once simmered. For the boldest flavor, use fresh gingerroot and garlic cloves. Swap tamari or coconut aminos for the soy sauce to keep the dish gluten-free.
• Boneless skinless chicken breasts: Lean, protein-packed chicken breasts become extra tender after marinating. Slice each breast in half crosswise before grilling them to make smaller portions or quicker-cooking pieces.
• Pineapple: For this recipe, you’ll want to slice a ripe pineapple into rings. The easiest way? Use a pineapple slicer—it cores the fruit and creates perfect rings in one quick motion. I don’t usually give up kitchen space for single-use tools, but this one has earned its place.
• Green onions: Finish the dish with a sprinkle of sliced green onions for a pop of color and mild, fresh flavor.

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