Whiskey Pineapple Chicken

Total Time
Prep: 20 min. + marinating Grill: 15 min.

Updated on Sep. 20, 2023

Everyone in my family loves this recipe and its sweet marinade made with ginger, pineapple and a splash of whiskey. Want even more intense flavor? Let the chicken marinate for two full days. Wow! —Jodi Taffel, Altadena, California

  • It's important to use coarsely crushed pepper. Anything finer and the pepper flavor will be overpowering. If finely ground is all you have, reduce amount of pepper by about one-third.
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    Whiskey Pineapple Chicken

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    Yield: 10 servings
    Prep: 20 min
    Cook: 15 min

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups bourbon
    • 2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
    • 1 cup hoisin sauce
    • 2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
    • 2 tablespoons coarsely ground pepper, divided
    • 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 8 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 tablespoon kosher salt, divided
    • 5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
    • 1 cup sliced sweet red pepper
    • 1 cup sliced yellow onions
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    Directions

    1. Whisk together bourbon, pineapple juice, hoisin sauce, ginger, 1 tablespoon pepper, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt until blended. Place chicken in a shallow dish. Add half the marinade; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
    2. Drain chicken, discarding the marinade. Grill chicken, covered, on a greased grill rack over medium-high direct heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 5-6 minutes on each side.
    3. Meanwhile, toss pepper and onion slices in oil and remaining 2 teaspoons salt and 1 tablespoon pepper. Grill vegetables, turning frequently, until soft, 5-7 minutes. In a small saucepan on the grill, cook reserved marinade over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Chop grilled pepper and onion. Sprinkle over chicken; serve with sauce.
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