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Huli Huli Chicken

Huli Huli Chicken: Sweet & Sticky Hawaiian BBQ Delight

Huli Huli Chicken is a sweet and sticky Hawaiian BBQ dish that's perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Cut into 1.5-inch chunks
For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Pineapple Juice Infuses sweetness and tenderizes the chicken
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Helps create the iconic sticky glaze
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Adds deep umami flavor
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Provides unique acidity to the marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger Grated fresh for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Garlic Minced for even flavor distribution
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds nutty notes
For Serving
  • 2 cups Steamed White Rice Acts as a base to soak up flavors
  • 3 stalks Green Onions For garnish
  • 1 tablespoon White Sesame Seeds Toasted for a crunchy finish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Zip-top bag
  • Saucepan
  • Grill
  • Wooden Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Huli Huli Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of unsweetened pineapple juice, ½ cup soy sauce, ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons of grated fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Set aside a cup for basting later.
  2. Place 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs into a zip-top bag. Pour in the marinade, seal the bag tightly, and massage the chicken to coat evenly. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight.
  3. After marinating, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan. Heat it over medium-high heat until it boils, then reduce the heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until it thickens.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, grill for about 12-15 minutes while basting with the reduced marinade.
  5. Once grilled, let the skewers rest for a couple of minutes. Serve over steamed white rice, drizzling extra glaze, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate overnight for best flavor. Use a silicone brush for easy basting.

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