Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a classic Hawaiian dish featuring tender grilled chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of pineapple, soy sauce, and spices. This recipe captures the essence of island cooking with its sweet and savory profile that is sure to transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and paprika until well combined. Reserve 1/2 cup for basting.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pour the marinade over the chicken in a zip-top bag or container. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade, until cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer chicken to a plate, let rest, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Huli Huli Chicken pairs well with coconut rice, grilled pineapple, or a fresh tropical slaw.
- If grilling isn’t an option, you can use a grill pan or bake the chicken at 400°F for 25–30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
