Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a Hawaiian grilled chicken dish marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, traditionally cooked over an open flame for a smoky flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lbs), cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, pineapple juice, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika to make the marinade.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade for basting and set aside.
- Place the chicken pieces in a large ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour the remaining marinade over the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard the used marinade. Grill chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, basting frequently with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs or drumsticks instead of a whole chicken.
- For extra flavor, use a charcoal grill to enhance the smokiness.
- Serve with steamed rice and grilled pineapple for a traditional Hawaiian meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 6 oz chicken)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg