Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a delectable Hawaiian dish that transports your taste buds to a tropical paradise with its sweet and tangy glaze. Marinated in a delicious blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, this grilled chicken is juicy and bursting with flavor. Whether it’s for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this quick and easy recipe will impress your guests and have them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and olive oil. Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or bowl and pour marinade over them. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight for best results).
- 2. Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (about 375°F or 190°C).
- 3. Grill the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and place on the grill. Cook each side for about 5 minutes until grill marks appear.
- 4. Glaze and finish cooking: Brush reserved marinade over the chicken while grilling until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), approximately another 10 minutes.
- 5. Let it rest: Remove chicken from the grill and cover with foil for about 5 minutes before serving.
- 6. Serve: Slice the chicken and serve with steamed rice or grilled vegetables, drizzling any remaining glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Customize by adding jalapeños for heat or swapping pineapple juice with mango juice for a different twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently to retain moisture.