Huli Huli Chicken
Huli Huli Chicken is a delightful dish that captures the essence of tropical Hawaiian flavors with a sweet and tangy marinade.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill or Oven
- Resealable Plastic Bag or Shallow Dish
Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients
- ½ cup Pineapple Juice (not fresh)
- ½ cup Tomato Ketchup
- ½ cup Light Brown Sugar
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Unseasoned Rice Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (not toasted sesame oil)
- 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Marinade - Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
- Step 2: Marinate the Chicken - Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or dish, pour marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Step 3: Preheat your Grill or Oven - Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 4: Grill the Chicken - Remove chicken from marinade, grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), or bake for 25-30 minutes in the oven.
- Step 5: Baste with Remaining Marinade - In the last few minutes of cooking, baste chicken with reserved marinade (only if it hasn't touched raw chicken).
- Step 6: Serve and Enjoy - Let chicken rest, slice if desired, and serve with sides like rice or salad.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like cilantro or green onion as a garnish. Adjust Sriracha for desired spiciness.