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Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken & Macaroni Salad

Enjoy a fun and flavorful Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken paired with a creamy macaroni salad for a delightful meal perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Hawaiian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Barbecue Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 can pineapple juice (6 oz)
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated or minced ginger

For the Creamy Macaroni Salad

  • 1/2 lb elbow macaroni (about 2 cups dry)
  • Salt to taste for pasta water
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrot
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onion

Instructions
 

For the Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the ketchup, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, salt, minced garlic, and ginger.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, mixing until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Let the chicken rest before slicing. Serve with macaroni salad and steamed rice.

For the Creamy Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

  • Boil salted water in a pot, add the elbow macaroni, and cook until soft, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water.
  • In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, milk, shredded carrot, onion, and green onion.
  • Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl, season with salt and black pepper, and combine well.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. Experiment with different types of barbecue sauce for a customized taste. You can add ingredients like celery or bell pepper to the macaroni salad for added crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
Keyword Barbecue Chicken, Easy Dinner, Hawaiian Cuisine, Macaroni Salad, Picnic Recipe
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