Huli Huli Chicken with Pineapple Glaze
Huli Huli Chicken is a Hawaiian grilled chicken dish known for its sweet and tangy flavor. It’s perfect for summer barbecues and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Mix well.
- Place chicken pieces in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for basting.
- Grill chicken pieces, turning occasionally and basting with the reserved marinade, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 30-40 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor.
- You can substitute chicken thighs or breasts for a whole chicken.
- Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg