The BEST Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls (Griddle Recipe)

Alright kids… we’re taking a little trip to the islands—but we’re bringing the griddle with us.

This Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowl is sweet, savory, smoky, and just a little wild. You’ve got juicy chicken thighs, caramelized pineapple, and smoky linguiça sausage all stacked on skewers and cooked hot and fast on the griddle.

And because this is Big Poppa’s kitchen… we don’t play it safe.

We hit it with Sweet Money for that sweet-savory backbone, add a touch of Sweet Money Hot for a little kick, then finish it with a sticky teriyaki glaze that caramelizes just enough to make you feel like a backyard legend.

Served over rice and piled into a pineapple bowl? Yeah… this one’s a show-off.

🔥 Why This Recipe Hits Different

• Sweet + heat combo from Sweet Money & Sweet Money Hot
• Griddle + steam method keeps chicken juicy
• Teriyaki finish adds that sticky caramelized glaze
• Pineapple + sausage = sweet, smoky, salty magic

How to Make Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls

1) Build the Skewers

Thread chicken, linguiça sausage, and pineapple onto skewers in alternating layers.

2) Season Like a Boss

Hit all sides with Sweet Money, then a light layer of Sweet Money Hot for a subtle kick.

3) Griddle Time

Preheat your griddle to medium-high. Place skewers down and cover to create an oven effect.

Optional: Add a splash of water to create steam and help cook the chicken evenly.

4) Flip & Check Temps

After about 5 minutes, flip skewers and cook until chicken reaches 165°F internal.

5) Sauce Finish (Don’t Rush This!)

When the chicken is about 80% done, brush with teriyaki sauce.

Let it caramelize slightly—but don’t burn it. Poppa calls it “controlled chaos.”

6) Final Roast

Give it one last quick roast on the griddle for color and flavor.

7) Build Your Bowl

Serve over white rice or inside a pineapple bowl. Stack it high and don’t be shy.

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FAQ

Can I use chicken breast instead?

You can, but thighs stay juicier and more forgiving on the griddle.

What if I don’t have linguiça?

Sub kielbasa or any smoked sausage.

Why not add sauce at the beginning?

Sugar burns fast. Add it late so you get caramelization—not charcoal.

Can I cook this on a grill instead?

Absolutely. Just use indirect heat first, then finish over direct flame.

Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls with Sweet Money Heat

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Category

Griddle Recipes, Chicken, Dinner

Cuisine

Hawaiian-Inspired BBQ

Servings

4-6

Prep Time

15 minutes

Calories

1065

Sweet, savory, and straight off the griddle—these Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls bring bold BBQ flavor with Sweet Money seasoning and caramelized glaze.

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Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

• 12 oz linguiça sausage (or smoked sausage), sliced

• 1 fresh pineapple, cut into chunks

• Big Poppa Smokers Sweet Money Seasoning

• Big Poppa Smokers Sweet Money Hot Seasoning

• 1 cup teriyaki sauce (e.g., Soyaki-style)

• Wooden or metal skewers

For Serving

• 3–4 cups cooked white rice

• Optional: pineapple halves for serving bowls

Directions

1. Thread chicken, sausage, and pineapple onto skewers.

2. Season generously with Sweet Money and lightly with Sweet Money Hot.

3. Preheat griddle to medium-high heat.

4. Place skewers on griddle and cover. Add a splash of water for steam if desired.

5. Cook 5–6 minutes, then flip.

6. Continue cooking until chicken reaches 165°F internal temp.

7. Brush with teriyaki sauce during final minutes and allow to caramelize.

8. Give a final quick roast for color.

9. Serve over rice or in pineapple bowls.

Recipe Video

Recipe Note

• Don’t sauce too early or you’ll burn the sugar.
• Steam + griddle = juicy chicken every time.
• Pineapple will char—don’t panic, that’s flavor.
• Want more heat? Add extra Sweet Money Hot or jalapeños.

Nutrition

Nutrition

per serving

Calories

1065

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs

118 grams

39%

Protein

70 grams

140%

Fat

33 grams

51%

Saturated Fat

10 grams

65%

Trans Fat

grams

408%

Cholesterol

276 milligrams

92%

Fiber

6 grams

22%

Sugar

34 grams

38%

Sodium

3687 milligrams

160%

Iron

6 milligrams

31%

Potassium

1292 milligrams

37%