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Huli Huli Chicken

Delicious Huli Huli Chicken: A Taste of Hawaiian Paradise

Huli Huli Chicken brings Hawaiian flavors to your backyard with succulent chicken thighs in a pineapple soy glaze.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Recommended for moisture and flavor.
For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Pineapple Juice Infuses sweetness and tenderizes chicken.
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Creates a thick glaze.
  • 0.25 cup Ketchup Balances sweetness and acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger (grated) Contributes warmth and zest.
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced) Enhances aroma and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Introduces nutty flavor.
For Serving
  • 3 cups Steamed White Rice Perfect base for the glaze.
  • 0.5 cups Green Onions (sliced) Adds freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted White Sesame Seeds For garnish and texture.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Grill
  • Wooden Skewers
  • Basting Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Huli Huli Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of unsweetened pineapple juice, ½ cup of soy sauce, ½ cup of brown sugar, ¼ cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of grated fresh ginger, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Set aside 1 cup of marinade for basting.
  2. Place the chicken thighs into a resealable bag, pour the remaining marinade over them, seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
  3. In a saucepan, pour the reserved marinade and heat over medium-high, simmering for about 8-10 minutes until thickened.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked skewers and grill for 12-15 minutes, basting with glaze until cooked through.
  5. Serve grilled skewers over steamed white rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, soak wooden skewers before grilling to avoid burning. Chicken thighs are preferred for moisture and flavor. A silicone brush helps with even glaze application.

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