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Grilled Huli Huli Chicken
4.9 from 93 votes

Grilled Huli Huli Chicken

Grilled Huli Huli Chicken features chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory blend of pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, chicken broth, ginger, and garlic. The marinade both flavors and tenderizes the chicken, which is grilled to develop a caramelized exterior with juicy interior. Basting with reserved marinade enhances the layers of flavor while grilling.

Prep Time
8 hrs
Cook Time
16 mins
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course, Lunch, Dinner, Others
Cuisine: American, International

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

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack.
  4. 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.