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Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken: A Sweet-Savory Family Favorite

This Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken combines sweet pineapple and savory soy sauce for a delightful family meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup Pineapple juice fresh or canned
  • ½ cup Soy sauce low-sodium optional
  • ¼ cup Brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey optional
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar apple cider vinegar is a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Grated ginger
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes optional for spice
For Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Water
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Finely chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Grill
  • Saucepan
  • Resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of pineapple juice, ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag. Pour half of your marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Grill the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Make the Sauce: Pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan. Boil then simmer, optionally thickening with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water.
  5. Serve: Drizzle the thickened teriyaki sauce over the grilled chicken, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Aim for a minimum marinating time of 2 hours, ideally overnight for deeper flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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