Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a vibrant Hawaiian barbecue dish that transforms ordinary gatherings into extraordinary feasts. This delightful recipe features tender chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and fresh pineapple juice, then grilled to perfection with caramelized pineapple slices. Ideal for summer cookouts or family dinners, this dish not only pleases the palate but also impresses with its colorful presentation. With its ease of preparation and rich flavors, Huli Huli Chicken is sure to become a staple in your grilling repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (or drumsticks/breasts)
- Pineapple slices for grilling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Whisk until blended.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish; pour marinade over it and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight).
- Preheat grill over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and place on the grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Add pineapple slices during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg