Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken (Print)
Tender chicken marinated in teriyaki, pineapple and soy sauce, grilled and topped with charred pineapple rings.
# Ingredients:
→ Marinade
01 -
1 tablespoon sesame oil
02 -
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
03 -
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
04 -
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
05 -
1/4 cup soy sauce
06 -
1/2 cup pineapple juice
07 -
1 cup teriyaki sauce
→ Chicken and Pineapple
08 -
1 ripe pineapple, cut into circles
09 -
4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
→ Garnish
10 -
Chopped green onions
11 -
Toasted sesame seeds
# Directions:
01 -
Combine teriyaki sauce, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
02 -
Place chicken pieces in a dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade over chicken, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor penetration.
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Heat grill to medium-high temperature, ensuring grates are clean and properly oiled.
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Remove chicken from marinade, reserving excess liquid for basting. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, occasionally brushing with reserved marinade. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Place pineapple rings on hot grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and fragrant with visible grill marks.
06 -
Arrange grilled chicken on serving platter, top with grilled pineapple slices, and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
# Notes:
01 -
Discard any marinade that has come into contact with raw chicken if not using it for basting during the cooking process.