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Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken: The Ultimate Sticky, Char-Grilled Island Feast

This Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken features succulent grilled thighs drenched in a thick, glossy dark glaze. Perfectly charred edges and caramelized pineapple rings create an authentic island experience that is both visually stunning and packed with umami flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Hawaiian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Components
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs 900g
  • 1 cup soy sauce 240ml
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice 120ml
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar 150g
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger 15g, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh garlic 15g, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
  • 2 whole pineapple rings grilled until golden-yellow
  • 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds 9g
  • 3 stalks green onions sliced into rings

Equipment

  • 1 Outdoor Grill or Cast Iron Grill Pan Essential for char marks.
  • 1 Basting Brush Used for layering the thick glaze.
  • 1 Medium Saucepan For reducing the teriyaki sauce.

Method
 

Sauce Preparation
  1. Combine soy sauce, juice, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a saucepan. Simmer, then whisk in cornstarch slurry until the sauce is thick and glossy.
Grilling
  1. Place chicken on a preheated 400°F (200°C) grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until charred edges form.
  2. Baste chicken liberally with glaze in the final minutes. Grill pineapple rings until golden-yellow and caramelized.
Assembly
  1. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice. Drench in remaining sauce and top with toasted sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 32gFat: 18gFiber: 1g

Notes

Use a heavy basting brush to get that 'drenched' look.
Ensure the grill is properly preheated to get distinct char marks.
Keyword Grilled Chicken Thighs,Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken,teriyaki sauce

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