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Close-up of caramelized Huli Huli chicken thighs with a sticky pineapple-soy glaze.

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken

Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Marinate: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Sweet, smoky, sticky, and just a little charred in all the right spots. This Hawaiian Huli Huli chicken is summer grilling at its best.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs , or breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Huli Huli Sauce

  • ¾ cup canned pineapple juice , do not use fresh
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger , can use the cubes
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

For serving: rice, grilled pineapple, green onions

Instructions

  • Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup canned pineapple juice, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup ketchup, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar and 1 Tablespoon sesame oil. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the sauce for basting. Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag and pour the remaining sauce over it.
  • Refrigerate: Seal the bag and place in a bowl or pan. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Preheat: When you're ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the fridge and set on a plate 15 minutes, prior to grilling. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill: Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until charred and cooked to 165°F. During the last few minutes of grilling, baste the chicken with the reserved sauce.
  • Serve: Wrap the chicken with foil and allow to rest 5 minutes before serving. Serve while warm with rice and pineapple.

Notes

Sauce: With the extra sauce you can simmer it down on the stove top and use it to baste the chicken the last few minutes of grilling.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it a fantastic option for meal prep. 

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 16g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 72mg, Sodium: 702mg, Potassium: 333mg, Fiber: 0.2g, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 88IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 29mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

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