Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
Master authentic Huli Huli Chicken recipe! Hawaiian grilled chicken with sweet pineapple marinade. Complete guide with tips & variations.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Place chicken thighs in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over chicken, reserving the other half for basting. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in refrigerator.
- Prepare the grill: Preheat grill to medium heat (about 350°F). Clean and oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and place on grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, turning frequently ("huli huli" means turn turn).
- Baste and finish: During the last 10 minutes of cooking, baste chicken with reserved marinade every 2-3 minutes, continuing to turn frequently to build up the glaze.
- Check doneness: Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F and glaze is caramelized and sticky.