Savor the Tropics with Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Recipe

A delicious Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken recipe featuring marinated chicken thighs, grilled to perfection with tropical flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Hawaiian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Marinade

0.5 cup soy sauce low-sodium for a healthier twist
0.25 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar for a low-GI choice
0.5 cup pineapple juice fresh juice is preferred
0.25 cup ketchup or a mix of tomato paste and vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil any neutral oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger use ground ginger as a substitute
3 cloves garlic, minced or use garlic powder
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
0.5 teaspoon black pepper or white pepper as a substitute

Garnish

0.25 cup chopped green onion for freshness
2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional

Equipment

Grill
Medium bowl
Resealable bag or shallow dish

Method

Preparation

Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl.
Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 1 hour.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F).
Remove excess marinade from chicken and discard the leftover marinade.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
Baste with reserved marinade in the last minutes of grilling, if desired.
Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Slice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with coconut rice or a fresh tropical salad.

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