Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a tantalizing Hawaiian dish that marries sweet and savory flavors, perfect for your next backyard barbecue. This juicy, marinated chicken is grilled to perfection, creating a mouthwatering glaze that will impress family and friends alike. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, Huli Huli Chicken transforms any meal into a tropical getaway!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight).
- 2. Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (375°F / 190°C).
- 3. Prepare for Grilling: Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade). Brush grill grates with oil.
- 4. Grill Chicken: Cook chicken on the grill for 6-7 minutes per side. Baste with reserved marinade while grilling.
- 5. Check Doneness: Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 6. Serve: Transfer to plates, drizzle with remaining sauce from grilling, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg