Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a mouthwatering Hawaiian dish that combines marinated chicken thighs with a delightful sweet and savory sauce made from fresh pineapple juice, soy sauce, and garlic. Perfect for grilling or baking, this recipe brings a taste of the islands to your table in no time. With minimal prep and a burst of tropical flavors, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or summer cookouts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, and sesame oil until combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or broil your oven.
- Remove chicken from the marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. If baking, place on a lined baking sheet and broil for about 10-12 minutes on each side.
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing to retain moisture.
- Serve with additional sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg