Description
This Huli Huli Grilled Chicken recipe brings the flavors of Hawaii to your backyard BBQ. Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for grilling)
- Chopped green onions and pineapple slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or dish, pour the marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for 1-6 hours.
- Preheat the Grill: Oil the grates and preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, grill for 6-8 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest, then garnish with green onions and pineapple slices before serving.
Notes
- Chicken breasts can be used instead of thighs if preferred.
- Great accompaniments include rice, macaroni salad, or grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
