Description
Huli Huli Chicken is a beloved Hawaiian dish that offers a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, perfect for grilling.
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Pineapple Juice
- Soy Sauce
- Brown Sugar
- Ketchup
- Rice Vinegar
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Sesame Oil
- Black Pepper
- Green Onions
- Grilled Pineapple Slices
Instructions
1. Make the Marinade – In a large bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Marinate the Chicken – Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight, for the best flavor.
3. Grill the Chicken – Preheat your grill to medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the used marinade. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred.
4. Optional Pineapple – If desired, grill pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and slightly softened.
5. Serve and Garnish – Serve the Huli Huli Chicken over steamed white rice, topped with chopped green onions and the grilled pineapple slices (if using).
Notes
To ensure your Huli Huli Chicken turns out perfectly, preheat your grill to medium heat, baste the chicken with the marinade during the last few minutes of grilling, and turn it frequently for even caramelization.
- Prep Time: 240
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70