Description
These Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches are a delicious combination of tender, marinated chicken breast cutlets grilled to perfection and topped with sweet grilled pineapple and melted provolone cheese. The tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy marinade infuses the chicken with tropical flavors, making these sandwiches a perfect choice for a quick summer meal or a flavorful backyard barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade and Chicken
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 2/3 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tbsp canola or vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dijon mustard
- 2 tsp hot sauce
Toppings and Assembly
- 8 canned pineapple rings
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 6 tsp mayonnaise
- 4 kaiser rolls
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together the pineapple juice, canola or vegetable oil, soy sauce, salt, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce in a bowl until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breast cutlets into a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 4 hours to allow the chicken to absorb the tropical flavors thoroughly.
- Preheat the Grill: When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium heat, ensuring it reaches the desired temperature for even cooking.
- Grill the Chicken and Pineapple: Remove the chicken from the marinade, discarding the leftover marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on one side. After flipping the chicken, add the pineapple rings to the grill. Grill pineapple for about 1 to 2 minutes before flipping them, and continue grilling the chicken until it reaches done.
- Check Temperature and Add Cheese: Use a digital meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption. About one minute before done, place a slice of provolone cheese on each chicken breast to melt.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Remove the chicken and pineapple from the grill. Evenly spread mayonnaise (approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons per side) on both halves of the kaiser rolls. Place the grilled chicken topped with melted provolone on the bottom bun, then add the grilled pineapple rings on top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Close the sandwich with the top bun and serve immediately to enjoy a perfectly balanced, sweet and savory Hawaiian chicken sandwich.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight will intensify the flavor even more.
- If canned pineapple rings are not available, fresh pineapple can be used but may require slightly longer grilling time.
- Ensure to preheat the grill properly to prevent sticking and achieve perfect grill marks.
- You can substitute provolone cheese with mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.
- Feel free to toast the kaiser rolls on the grill for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Keywords: Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich, pineapple chicken sandwich, grilled chicken recipe, summer sandwiches, tropical chicken sandwich
