Ingredients
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- 1 cup soy sauce low sodium recommended
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 3–4 lb. whole chicken split in half
- 3 cups pineapple juice (for marinating)
- 1 cup water (for marinating)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and sriracha over medium heat. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly reduced. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Divide the sauce into two equal portions. Store one portion in a container and combine the other portion with 3 cups of pineapple juice and 1 cup of water in a resealable bag or airtight container with the chicken as marinated.
- Refrigerate the chicken in the marinade for 2-4 hours. Upon removal, pat dry and let rest uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Preheat the smoker to 275°F. Hang the split chicken skin-side out or place it on the grill grates over indirect heat.
- Cook the chicken undisturbed for 45 minutes, basting with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes after the initial cooking time.
- Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer; when the breast reaches 160°F and thigh 175°F, apply a final coat of sauce and allow to get tacky.
- Remove the chicken and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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This marinade can also be used for grilling pork or tofu for a vegetarian option.
For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight if time permits.
The reserved marinade is perfect for basting during the cooking process.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: NO DATA
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg