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Huli Huli Chicken: Discover the Best Grilling Recipe!

Huli Huli Chicken is a delicious Hawaiian grilled chicken dish marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for basting.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, basting with the reserved marinade during the last few minutes of cooking. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the marinade or use a smoker for grilling.
  • Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or drumsticks if preferred, adjusting the cooking time as needed.

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