Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken
This Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken brings bold island flavor to your table with a sweet-savory soy-based marinade, fresh garlic, and ginger. Grilled to perfection, the juicy chicken thighs develop a smoky char that captures the taste of authentic Hawaiian BBQ. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 cloves garlic, mashed
- 1 piece fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix soy sauce and water.
- Stir in sugar until fully dissolved.
- Add garlic and sliced ginger.
- Submerge chicken thighs in the marinade.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 3 days.
- Optionally, briefly boil the chicken in the marinade before grilling.
- Grill chicken over high heat until charred and cooked through, flipping occasionally.
- Transfer grilled chicken to a pot, pour remaining marinade over it, and steam briefly on the grill until hot and glossy.
Notes
- Add pineapple juice for a sweeter, fruitier twist.
- Simmer marinade separately to create a thick teriyaki glaze.
- Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat.
- Substitute chicken drumsticks or wings for variety.
- If using breasts, slice thinly to help them cook evenly and stay juicy.
- Boil marinade if reusing it as a sauce for food safety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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