Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a tantalizing dish that transports you to the tropical paradise of Hawaii with every bite! This delightful recipe features juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and spicy sauce made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. Perfect for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or simply a weeknight dinner, this dish captures the essence of outdoor grilling. Serve it alongside grilled pineapple and fluffy coconut rice for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends. The ease of preparation makes it an ideal choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1½ tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 ½ tbsp Korean chili paste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, ginger paste, minced garlic, sesame oil, salt, pepper, onion powder, and Korean chili paste.
- Reserve ½ cup of marinade for basting. Add chicken thighs to the remaining marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 24-48 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F) and brush grates with olive oil.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade. Grill chicken thighs for 4-6 minutes on each side until nearly cooked through.
- Baste with reserved marinade while grilling for added flavor.
- Cook an additional 3-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg