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Close-up of juicy seared chicken thigh topped with a grilled pineapple ring and viscous teriyaki glaze. (Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken)
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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken: The Ultimate Sticky Grilled Pineapple Stack

This Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken features juicy seared thighs lacquered in a viscous, dark amber glaze. Topped with caramelized grilled pineapple and toasted sesame seeds, it is a tropical masterpiece of sweet and savory island flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 415
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless Chicken Thighs 680g, skin-on preferred
  • 4-6 rings Fresh Pineapple 1/2 inch (1.25cm) thick
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Pineapple Juice 240ml
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce (Shoyu) 120ml
  • 0.5 cup Dark Brown Sugar 100g, packed
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Ginger 30g, grated
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Toasted White Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • 3-4 stalks Green Scallions chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Outdoor Grill or Cast Iron Grill Pan Used to achieve dark grill marks.
  • 1 Small Saucepan Used for the glaze reduction.
  • 1 Silicone Basting Brush For layering the thick glaze.

Method
 

Preparation and Grilling
  1. Whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Reserve 1/2 cup (120ml) and marinate chicken in the rest for 4-24 hours.
  2. Simmer the reserved marinade in a saucepan for 8-10 minutes until it becomes a viscous, dark amber syrup.
  3. Sear chicken on a hot grill for 5-6 minutes per side. Baste frequently with the reduced glaze during the final minutes until glossy and charred.
  4. Grill pineapple rings for 2-3 minutes per side until golden-brown grill marks appear and sugars caramelize.
  5. Stack chicken thigh on a white plate, top with a pineapple ring, drizzle with extra glaze, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 415kcalProtein: 34gFat: 18gFiber: 1g

Notes

Use fresh ginger for the most vibrant flavor profile.
Always pat chicken dry before grilling to ensure the best sear and deepest grill marks.
Keyword BBQ Glaze,Grilled Chicken Thighs,Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken,pineapple chicken

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