Juicy Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
This Juicy Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken recipe features tender and flavorful boneless chicken thighs marinated in a delicious blend of brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and pineapple-inspired flavors. Grilled to perfection and basted throughout cooking, this dish captures the essence of Hawaiian barbecue and makes for a perfect outdoor meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup soy sauce (preferably reduced sodium)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger root (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Chicken
- 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
Optional Garnish
- Green onions (sliced)
- Pineapple slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and chicken broth until well combined. Stir in the minced ginger root, garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside 1 cup of this marinade, cover it, and refrigerate for basting during grilling.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the remaining marinade into a large freezer bag with the chicken thighs. Seal the bag and massage it to evenly coat the chicken with the marinade. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- Prepare the Grill: When ready to cook, preheat your grill and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, discarding the used marinade. Place chicken on the grill and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes on one side. Brush the chicken with the reserved marinade, then flip and cook another 3 minutes. Repeat basting and flipping until chicken is fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), about 10 minutes total depending on grill heat.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, remove chicken from grill and serve hot, garnished with optional sliced green onions and pineapple slices for an authentic Hawaiian touch.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness significantly.
- Always discard marinade that has been in contact with raw chicken to avoid cross-contamination.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If you don’t have a grill, this recipe can be adapted to a grill pan or broiler but may alter the flavor slightly.
- For extra smoky flavor, use charcoal or wood chips while grilling.
Keywords: Huli Huli chicken, Hawaiian chicken, grilled chicken thighs, BBQ chicken, tropical chicken marinade
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