Huli Huli Chicken
Huli Huli Chicken offers a sweet and spicy Hawaiian flavor with tender grilled chicken thighs marinated in a zesty sauce. It's perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare with delicious sides.
Equipment
- grill
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 ½ tbsp Korean chili paste
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or ground ginger
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 ½ tbsp sesame oil
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- ⅓ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- grilled pineapple for serving
- sliced green onions for serving
- cooked rice for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- Combine all marinade ingredients except chicken in a large mixing bowl, reserving 1/2 cup for basting.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F) and oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess. Grill chicken 4-6 minutes per side until partially cooked.
- Baste chicken with reserved marinade while grilling for added flavor.
- Continue grilling 3-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer chicken to a platter and let rest for a few minutes to retain juices.
- Serve with grilled pineapple, sliced green onions, and cooked rice.