Description
A tropical and flavorful dish combining tender chicken with a sweet and savory marinade, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together pineapple juice, soy sauce, minced ginger, brown sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- Grill Preparation: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, giving it a chance to reach the perfect cooking temperature.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, placing them on the grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
- Serve with Style: Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Chicken breasts can be substituted for thighs.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Huli Huli Chicken, Hawaiian Chicken, Grilling Recipes, Summer BBQ, Tropical Recipes