Description
Succulent Hawaiian grilled teriyaki chicken brings tropical flavors to your plate. Marinated in sweet and savory sauce, this dish delivers authentic island-inspired taste that beckons you to savor each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) chicken thighs or breasts (boneless, skinless)
- ½ cup (120 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium)
- ⅓ cup (67 g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) pineapple juice
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh ginger (grated)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cracked black pepper until sugar dissolves completely, creating a harmonious flavor blend.
- Marinating Chicken: Submerge chicken in marinade within a non-reactive container, ensuring thorough coating. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours, allowing ingredients to infuse deeply into the meat’s fibers.
- Grill Preparation: Preheat outdoor grill to medium-high heat (375-400F). Meticulously clean and oil grates to prevent adherence and promote beautiful caramelization.
- Grilling Process: Extract chicken from marinade, letting excess drip away. Arrange pieces on hot grates with uniform spacing, cooking 6-7 minutes per side to develop robust grill marks and achieve perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Doneness Verification: Use meat thermometer to confirm internal temperature reaches 165F. Simultaneously, transform remaining marinade into a luxurious glaze by simmering 5-7 minutes until syrupy consistency develops.
- Serving Presentation: Transfer grilled chicken to serving platter, generously brush with reduced marinade. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and delicate green onion slivers, creating a visually stunning and flavor-packed Hawaiian-inspired dish.
Notes
- Marinade Magic: Let chicken soak for at least 2 hours, but avoid marinating longer than 8 hours to prevent meat from becoming too salty or tough.
- Grill Precision: Maintain consistent medium-high heat and clean grates to prevent sticking and ensure beautiful caramelization without burning.
- Temperature Control: Always use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165F internally, guaranteeing safe and juicy results every time.
- Flavor Boost: Transform leftover marinade into a quick sauce by simmering, adding depth and extra Hawaiian-inspired taste to the grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg