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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken

Mouthwatering Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken for Easy Grilling Fun

A delightful Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken recipe that brings tropical flavors to your backyard barbecue with ease.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce opt for tamari for gluten-free
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar honey or coconut sugar can substitute
  • ½ cup Pineapple Juice freshly squeezed enhances flavor
  • ¼ cup Ketchup substitute with extra pineapple juice for a twist
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil olive oil is a healthier alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger fresh gives the best flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar apple cider or white vinegar can be used
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds toasted for extra flavor

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat Thermometer
  • plastic bag or shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, ketchup, vegetable oil, minced ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Place chicken thighs into a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over, ensuring even coating. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, aiming for about 400°F. Clean and lightly oil the grates.
  4. Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before grilling.
  5. Place the chicken thighs on the preheated grill, skin-side down. Grill for approximately 6-8 minutes until grill marks form, then flip and cook another 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. During the last few minutes, optionally baste the chicken with reserved marinade to enhance flavor.
  7. Once cooked, remove from grill and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board.
  8. Slice the chicken and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to marinate overnight yields the best flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking and prevent sticking by oiling the grill grates.

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