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Tender grilled chicken thighs smothered in a sweet and tangy pineapple-ginger glaze. This Hawaiian barbecue classic brings the taste of the islands right to your backyard grill.
Prepare the Marinade
Marinate the Chicken
Prepare the Grill
Tender grilled chicken thighs smothered in a sweet and tangy pineapple-ginger glaze. This Hawaiian barbecue classic brings the taste of the islands right to your backyard grill.
This hawaiian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 418.25 calories per serving with 37.25g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Grill the Chicken
Rest and Serve
Add 1-2 tablespoons of sriracha or 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade for a spicy kick.
No grill? Bake the chicken on a wire rack set over a foil-lined baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, basting during the last 5-10 minutes.
Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and marinate as directed. Thread onto skewers with chunks of fresh pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion before grilling.
Chicken is a high-quality source of lean protein, crucial for building and repairing muscle tissue, supporting immune function, and maintaining overall body strength.
Chicken thighs provide essential B vitamins like Niacin (B3) and Pyridoxine (B6), which help convert food into energy, support brain health, and aid in the formation of red blood cells.
The fresh ginger in the marinade contains gingerol, a bioactive compound with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects that can help reduce oxidative stress and combat inflammation.
A single serving of this Huli Huli Chicken (about 2 pieces) contains approximately 450-510 calories. The final count can vary based on the exact size of the chicken thighs and the amount of glaze that adheres to the chicken.
It can be part of a balanced diet. It's high in protein from the chicken. However, it is also high in sugar and sodium from the brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce. To make it healthier, you can reduce the amount of brown sugar and always use low-sodium soy sauce.
'Huli' is the Hawaiian word for 'turn'. The name 'Huli Huli' comes from the original cooking method, where the chicken was cooked on a rotisserie and basted as it turned.
Absolutely! You can bake it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or cook it in a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side. Baste with the reserved sauce during the last few minutes of cooking in either method.
Classic Hawaiian plate lunch sides are perfect. Serve it with two scoops of white rice and a scoop of creamy macaroni salad. Grilled pineapple rings and a simple green salad also make excellent accompaniments.
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