Description
Easy Huli Huli Grilled Chicken is your ticket to a tropical escape right from your backyard. This dish features juicy, tender chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy glaze that combines the flavors of garlic, ginger, and pineapple juice. Perfect for summer cookouts or family dinners, this crowd-pleaser is both easy to prepare and visually stunning. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress your guests with a taste of Hawaii.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and lime juice to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Ensure chicken is fully coated; marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for maximum flavor).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and lightly oil the grates.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Optional: Add pineapple chunks to the grill during the last few minutes for extra flavor.
- Let chicken rest for five minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg