Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
This Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken recipe delivers authentic island flavor with a sweet and savory marinade made from soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Grilled to caramelized perfection, it's the ideal meal for summer BBQs or weeknight dinners. Whether served with steamed rice or pineapple slices, this dish offers a taste of Hawaii in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (plus marination)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Grilling, Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, Asian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
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1 cup soy sauce
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1 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup pineapple juice
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1/4 cup water
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)
Instructions
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Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, water, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
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Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or container and pour marinade over. Refrigerate for 4-24 hours.
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Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Optional Sauce: Bring remaining marinade to a boil, add cornstarch slurry if needed, and simmer until thickened. Serve as sauce.
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Serve: Plate with rice, grilled pineapple, or vegetables.
Notes
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For extra flavor, marinate overnight.
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You can substitute chicken breasts, but thighs offer juicier results.
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Use the leftover marinade as a dipping sauce only after boiling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 890mg