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Huli Huli Chicken Recipe

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Huli Huli Chicken is a popular Hawaiian dish known for its irresistible sweet and savory flavor profile. Marinated in a rich mixture of pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic, the chicken is grilled to perfection, producing caramelized edges and juicy, tender meat. It’s a crowd-pleaser that brings a tropical flair to your dinner table or BBQ.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks

  • 1 cup pineapple juice

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 1/3 cup ketchup

  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (for thickening, optional)

  • Green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil (if using).

  • Marinate the chicken: Place chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour in the marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.

  • Preheat the grill: Heat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade and set aside. Reserve the marinade.

  • Grill the chicken: Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baste with reserved marinade during grilling for extra flavor.

  • (Optional) Thicken sauce: Pour the leftover marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5–10 minutes. Mix cornstarch with water, stir into the sauce, and cook until thickened.

 

  • Serve: Garnish chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve with rice and grilled pineapple slices.

Notes

  • You can use boneless chicken thighs or breasts, but bone-in gives more flavor.

  • Marinating overnight is key for deeper flavor.

  • If you don’t have a grill, you can cook it on a stovetop grill pan or bake it in the oven at 400°F for about 35–40 minutes.

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