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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Recipe

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
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This Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken recipe is a deliciously sweet and tangy dish that’s perfect for a backyard BBQ or a weeknight dinner. The flavorful marinade infuses the chicken with amazing flavors, and grilling adds a nice char for that authentic Hawaiian taste.

Ingredients

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Marinade/Glaze:

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

Chicken:

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless, skin-on preferred for grilling)

Garnish:

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Make the Marinade/Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together sesame oil, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and vinegar until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a large zip bag or bowl. Pour in half of the marinade, reserving the other half for basting/glaze. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
  3. Grill the Chicken: Heat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, brushing with reserved glaze, until charred and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
  4. Glaze & Serve: Warm the remaining glaze in a small saucepan until slightly thickened. Brush chicken generously before serving.
  5. Garnish: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

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Keywords: Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Hawaiian Chicken Recipe

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