Grilled Huli Huli Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
8 hrs
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Cook Time
16 mins
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Servings
12
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner, Others
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Cuisine
American, International
Grilled Huli Huli Chicken
Description
The recipe begins by whisking together a marinade combining pineapple juice, packed brown sugar, ketchup, reduced-sodium soy sauce, chicken broth, and freshly minced ginger and garlic. A portion of this marinade is reserved for basting during grilling. Chicken thighs soak in the marinade for several hours or overnight to absorb the flavors deeply.
When grilling, the chicken is cooked over medium heat until it reaches a safe internal temperature with a nicely browned and slightly sticky glaze from the sugars and tomato base. The reserved marinade is used to baste during the final minutes on the grill, intensifying the sweet, tangy, and aromatic notes typical of Huli Huli style.
This grilled chicken works well paired with fresh or grilled pineapple slices and garnished with sliced green onion to complement its tropical and savory profile. It’s suitable for outdoor meals and gatherings where grilled meats are enjoyed.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 3/4 cup soy sauce reduced-sodium
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3 teaspoons ginger fresh, minced
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- 24 chicken thighs OR 4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, boneless skinless, about 4 pounds
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together juice, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, broth, ginger and garlic until combined. *Reserve 1 cup of marinade for basting. Cover and refrigerate.
- Divide remaining marinade between two large resealable plastic bags. Add 12 chicken thighs to each; seal bags and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
- Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack.
- Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.; baste occasionally with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes.
Notes
- Serve with fresh pineapple slices or grilled pineapple for a complementary tropical flavor.
- Sliced green onions add a fresh, crisp garnish to the grilled chicken.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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