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Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken: A Sweet, Sticky Slice of Paradise

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and sticky glaze infused with tropical flavors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Best choice for a juicy, succulent texture.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice Use 100% pure juice for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce can lighten the dish.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar serves as a healthier alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger Fresh ginger is ideal, but ground ginger can substitute in a pinch.
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic Garlic powder can work if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used if necessary.
For the Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can replace for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Mixed with cornstarch in a slurry to prevent clumping.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Olive oil is a substitute, but some aromatic quality will be lost.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar. Reserve half of the marinade for later use. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate for 30 minutes.
    Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken
  2. Heat oil in a skillets over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden.
    Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken
  3. In a saucepan, bring reserved marinade to a boil, then simmer until reduced by half. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir into the marinade until thickened.
    Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken
  4. Pour the thickened glaze over the seared chicken and cook for about 1 minute to allow it to caramelize.
    Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken
  5. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
    Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is patted dry before marinating. Reserve half of the marinade safely to avoid contamination. Cook glaze until bubbling to achieve the proper texture.

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