Description
Hawaiian grilled chicken sandwiches showcase tropical flavors with juicy marinated poultry nestled between toasted buns. Pineapple, teriyaki glaze, and fresh toppings create an island-inspired meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless skinless chicken breast
Marinade:
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) barbecue sauce
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) pineapple juice
- 1.5 tablespoons (22.5 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) ginger, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) sriracha (optional)
Sandwich Components:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) pineapple, sliced
- 4 reduced calorie hamburger rolls
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 jalapeno, sliced
- 2 cups (474 milliliters) mixed greens
Instructions
- Craft the marinade by whisking together barbecue sauce, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and Sriracha in a mixing bowl. Submerge chicken completely and refrigerate for 30 minutes to overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat around 400°F. Remove chicken, letting excess marinade drip off. Lightly coat pineapple slices with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F. Simultaneously grill pineapple slices until golden and caramelized, approximately 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Transfer remaining marinade to a small saucepan. Bring to rapid boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes until sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
- Optional: Briefly toast hamburger rolls to enhance texture and flavor. Layer each roll with crisp mixed greens, perfectly grilled chicken, caramelized pineapple, thinly sliced red onion, and spicy jalapeño rings.
- Finish by generously drizzling reduced barbecue glaze over assembled sandwiches, ensuring each bite is packed with tropical Hawaiian-inspired flavors.
Notes
- Enhance Marinade Depth by letting chicken soak overnight, allowing flavors to penetrate deeply and tenderize the meat completely.
- Prevent Cross-Contamination always use separate cutting boards and utensils when handling raw chicken and grilling ingredients.
- Customize Heat Levels by adjusting Sriracha quantity or removing jalapeños for a milder version suitable for sensitive palates.
- Create Gluten-Free Option by using tamari instead of soy sauce and checking barbecue sauce ingredients for potential wheat-based additives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg