For the Chicken Patties:

• 1 lb ground chicken (or boneless chicken breasts, if grilling whole)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (for texture)
• 1 egg (optional, for binding)

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

For Assembling the Burgers:

• 4 burger buns (toasted)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp sriracha (optional, for spicy mayo)
• 4 pineapple slices (grilled, optional)
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)