Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a juicy, flavorful Hawaiian-style grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and savory teriyaki-style sauce and grilled with a signature double-turn method.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1/3 cup brown sugar or honey
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl or large resealable bag, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar (or honey), ketchup, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, vinegar, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Reserve about ½ cup of marinade for later use.
- Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with the reserved marinade. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Flip the chicken twice (huli it over) while basting each time to achieve caramelized char.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor depth significantly.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Bone-in thighs provide a juicier alternative.
- Baking is a suitable alternative if grilling is not an option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
