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Huli Huli Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Description

Huli Huli Chicken is a flavorful Hawaiian grilled chicken dish marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce made from soy sauce, pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, and fresh ginger. This recipe delivers juicy, charred chicken thighs with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly smoky flavor, ideal for a summer barbecue or a tropical-inspired meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Garnish (optional)

  • Sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ketchup, pineapple juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper until well combined to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Reserve ½ cup of the marinade for basting later and set aside. Add the chicken thighs into the remaining marinade, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight to deeply infuse the flavors.
  3. Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium temperature and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the chicken: Remove chicken thighs from the marinade and place them on the grill. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, occasionally brushing with the reserved marinade to keep the chicken moist and flavorful. Grill until the chicken is fully cooked through and has attractive char marks.
  5. Rest and serve: Take the chicken off the grill and let it rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Slice the chicken and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks, but increase the grilling time to ensure the meat is cooked thoroughly.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice and grilled pineapple slices for a complete Hawaiian meal.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/huli-huli-chicken-recipe-4/