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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken

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Indulge in the tropical flavors of Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken, a dish renowned for its irresistible combination of sweet and savory marinade, perfectly charred on the grill. "Huli Huli" translates to "turn turn" in Hawaiian, referring to the method of continuously rotating the chicken while grilling to achieve even cooking and caramelization. This Hawaiian favorite captivates with its tender, juicy chicken, delivering a taste of paradise in every bite. Whether enjoyed on a sunny afternoon or at a festive luau, Huli Huli Chicken promises a culinary journey to the shores of Hawaii.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Hawaii
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless [1]

Marinade

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce [2]
  • 1-2 tbsp brown sugar or honey [3]
  • chilies to taste powder or finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp oil [4]

Huli Huli Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Huli Huli spices Garlic, ginger, smoked paprika, sun-dried tomatoes, black pepper, tangerine peel, white sesame seeds, mild chili

Suggested Sides

  • Grilled pineapple slices.
  • Grilled vegetables, such as corn on the cob, zucchini, or summer squash.
  • Other Hawaiian sides [5]

Instructions
 

Marinate

  • In a CONTAINER, combine all the ingredients for the marinade.
  • Adjust the sweetness to taste.
  • Add the chicken pieces and thoroughly mix to ensure they are well-coated.
  • Cover the container and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld. Turn the chicken occasionally.

Grill [6]

  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
  • Rub the marinated chicken evenly with the Huli Huli spice blend.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Grill the chicken, turning occasionally and basting with the reserved marinade, until fully cooked and nicely charred.

Serve

  • Arrange the Huli Huli chicken on a platter with a bed of rice or grilled vegetables with a side of grilled pineapple slices. Sprinkle with green onions.
  • Optionally, serve with additional Hawaiian sides.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Use chicken thighs with or without skin. Alternatively, you can use chicken breasts.
[2] See our blog for soy sauce alternatives.
[3] Start with 1 tbsp and adjust to taste.
[4] Neutral or sesame oil.
[5] See our online recipes:
[6] Alternatively, you can pan-fry the chicken in a little oil.