Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a Hawaiian-inspired dish featuring succulent grilled chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a tropical-themed dinner party.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 3/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Chicken:
- 4–5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- Marinade: Whisk together brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Reserve ⅓ cup for basting. Marinate chicken for 6-8 hours.
- Grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for about 5 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165℉. Baste with reserved marinade and let rest before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, grill pineapple slices alongside the chicken.
- Adjust soy sauce for a less salty marinade if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Approx. 25g
- Sodium: Approx. 1200mg
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 25g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 100mg
