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Huli Huli Chicken

Huli Huli Chicken: A Sweet & Savory Hawaiian BBQ Treat

Huli Huli Chicken is a sweet and savory Hawaiian BBQ treat that's perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Pineapple Juice Substitute with orange juice for a twist.
  • 0.5 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 0.25 cup Ketchup Optional for extra sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar White vinegar can work in a pinch.
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup are great substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Use ground ginger with less intensity if needed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha/Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust to taste.
For the Chicken
  • 4-6 pieces Chicken (bone-in, skin-on thighs recommended) Chicken breasts or drumsticks are also options.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Zip-Top Bag
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Whisk until sugar dissolves, then mix in ginger, garlic, and Sriracha. Reserve ½ cup for basting.
  2. Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper. Place in a zip-top bag, pour marinade over. Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Remove chicken from marinade, discard used marinade. Grill chicken skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then cook on indirect heat for 25-40 minutes, basting every 5-7 minutes, until internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
  4. For oven method, preheat to 375°F (190°C). Arrange chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, baste, flip, and baste again after another 15-20 minutes. Total baking time is 45-60 minutes. Broil for 3-5 minutes for crispiness.
  5. Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with rice, macaroni salad, or grilled pineapple.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 330mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Marinating longer enhances flavor and tenderness. Always discard marinade that touched raw chicken.

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