This Huli Huli Chicken recipe offers a delightful Hawaiian-inspired dish, featuring marinated and grilled chicken with a sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for a summer cookout or a family dinner.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
16min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 120 g brown sugar
- 6 chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp ginger
- 2 green onions
- 60 ml ketchup
- 240 ml pineapple juice
- 60 ml rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 120 ml soy sauce
- 2 tbsp water
Directions
Step 1
In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
Step 2
Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Step 3
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and set the marinade aside. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
Step 5
While the chicken is grilling, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together, then add it to the marinade. Cook until the sauce thickens.
Step 7
Brush the thickened sauce over the grilled chicken and garnish with chopped green onions.