Description
Savor the tropical flavors of Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken! Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice, then grilled to perfection. A crowd-pleaser for summer BBQs or quick family dinners. Perfect with rice, salads, or sandwiches.
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice until sugar dissolves.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, coating evenly.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Oil the grates lightly.
- Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off. Reserve the marinade.
- Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Simmer reserved marinade in a saucepan for 5 minutes to make a glaze.
- Brush glaze on chicken during the final minutes of grilling.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Marinate overnight for the best flavor.
Add sesame seeds or chopped green onions as a garnish.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 290 kcal
