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Yard House Maui Pineapple Chicken Recipe

Yard House Maui Pineapple Chicken Recipe

This Yard House Maui Pineapple Chicken Recipe is a sweet and savory grilled chicken dish made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. The chicken is seared until slightly caramelized and coated in a glossy pineapple glaze, creating a juicy and flavorful meal that’s perfect with rice or vegetables and inspired by classic pineapple chicken recipes served at Yard House.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Hawaiian-inspired
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Boneless chicken breasts Thighs also work
  • ½ cup Pineapple juice Fresh preferred
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce Low sodium if possible
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar Adds caramelization
  • 1 tbsp Rice vinegar Bright acidity
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Fresh ginger Grated
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For cooking
  • ½ tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
Sauce Finish
  • ½ cup Pineapple chunks Fresh or canned
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickening
  • 2 tbsp Water Cornstarch slurry
  • 2 tbsp Green onions Garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowlMarinade
  • Skillet or grill panCooking chicken
  • Small saucepanSauce reduction
  • KnifeCutting chicken
  • WhiskMixing sauce

Method
 

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
  1. I start by mixing pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and pepper.
  2. Then I place the chicken in the marinade and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
  3. The smell already starts hinting at the sweet-savory flavor.
Step 2: Heat the Pan
  1. I warm a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. When the oil starts shimmering slightly, it’s ready.
  3. This step helps the chicken develop that lightly crisp exterior.
Step 3: Sear the Chicken
  1. I place the chicken pieces into the hot pan and cook for about 6–7 minutes per side.
  2. As it cooks, the marinade caramelizes slightly and creates a golden glaze.
  3. This is where the aroma really fills the kitchen.
Step 4: Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan, I pour the leftover marinade along with pineapple chunks.
  2. Then I simmer it gently for a few minutes.
  3. After that, I add the cornstarch slurry.
  4. The sauce thickens into a glossy pineapple glaze.
Step 5: Combine Everything
  1. I pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and let it simmer briefly.
  2. The sauce coats the chicken evenly.
  3. At this point, the flavor smells slightly smoky, sweet, and savory all at once.

Notes

  • Use fresh pineapple juice when possible
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan while searing
  • Let chicken rest briefly before slicing
  • Simmer sauce long enough to thicken
  • These steps help recreate that Yard House style flavor.