Description
Experience a taste of the tropics with our Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken! This delightful dish features tender chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, infused with garlic and ginger. Perfect for any occasion, it delivers vibrant flavors and unforgettable memories, whether at a summer barbecue or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting the thighs dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least one hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill each thigh for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- In a saucepan, bring reserved marinade to a gentle boil. Stir in cornstarch mix until thickened.
- Brush thickened glaze over the chicken during the last minute of cooking.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions alongside steamed rice or salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg