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Easy and Juicy Huli Huli Chicken

Easy and Juicy Huli Huli Chicken

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Use skinless chicken thighs to reduce fat, and swap brown sugar for honey or maple syrup for a more natural sweetness. Pineapple juice adds vitamin C and tropical flavor.
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This Easy and Juicy Huli Huli Chicken brings the tropical flavors of Hawaii straight to your backyard with its irresistible blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, garlic, and ginger. The chicken marinates in this sweet and savory mixture before being grilled to perfection, creating a beautiful caramelized glaze that locks in moisture and delivers that signature island flavor. It’s the kind of crowd-pleasing dish that transforms any cookout into a tropical getaway.

If you love these sweet and tangy Hawaiian flavors, you’ll also enjoy our Hawaiian Banana Bread with Coconut & Pineapple for a dessert that captures the same island spirit. For more grilled chicken with bold marinades, try our Grilled Citrus Chicken with Glaze or Coconut Chicken—both deliver that same tropical, flavorful experience with unique twists.

Easy and Juicy Huli Huli Chicken

Easy and Juicy Huli Huli Chicken

Recipe by Daily Disher

Easy and Juicy Huli Huli Chicken is sweet, savory, and smoky—Hawaiian-inspired grilled goodness at its best.

Course: MainCuisine: HawaiianDifficulty: Easy
3.8 from 18 votes
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

350

kcal

40

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 0.5 cup soy sauce

    • 0.5 cup brown sugar

    • 0.25 cup ketchup

    • 0.25 cup pineapple juice

    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

    • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

    • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs

    Directions

    • In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, pineapple juice, ginger, and garlic to create the marinade.
    • Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken.
    • Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results, turning the bag occasionally.
    • Preheat the grill to medium heat. Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
    • Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
    • Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    3.8 from 18 votes

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