Spicy Pineapple Brown Sugar Chicken
A delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors with a kick of heat, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 4 pieces chicken (breasts or thighs)
Instructions
- Whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, BBQ sauce, chili powder, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Add the chicken to the bowl, making sure it’s fully coated with the marinade. Allow it to sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, until the juices run clear.
- Serve it straight off the grill for an unforgettable experience.
Notes
For deeper flavors, marinate the chicken longer. Cook in a skillet or oven if you don’t have a grill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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