Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a Hawaiian favorite featuring juicy grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, ginger, and brown sugar. It’s perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight grilling.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Reserve some marinade before adding chicken to use as a basting sauce.
- Great served with rice and grilled pineapple.
- Can be made with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg