Description
A deliciously tropical dish featuring grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
- Soy Sauce
- Brown Sugar
- Pineapple Juice
- Garlic (Minced)
- Ginger (Grated)
- Sesame Oil
- Green Onions
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over them, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: While the chicken marinates, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Make the Glaze: While grilling, bring the reserved marinade to a boil and then simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- Stack It Up: After resting the chicken, slice it and layer on toasted buns with toppings like grilled pineapple and greens. Drizzle with glaze, and top with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing to maintain juiciness. Using fresh ingredients enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Huli Huli Chicken, Hawaiian recipe, grilled chicken, BBQ chicken, tropical flavors