Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

6 servings
This Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy pineapple teriyaki sauce. Grilled or skillet-cooked to perfection, it's served with a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce and garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and optional grilled pineapple for an authentic island-inspired dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken thighs
    2 lb
  • pineapple juice

    from can or fresh

    1 c
  • soy sauce
    ½ c
  • brown sugar

    packed

    ¼ c
  • honey
    2 tbsp
  • rice vinegar
    2 tbsp
  • sesame oil
    1 tbsp
  • garlic

    minced

    3 clove
  • fresh ginger

    grated

    1 tbsp
  • red pepper flakes
    ½ tsp
  • cornstarch
    1 tbsp
  • water
    2 tbsp
  • green onions

    sliced

    2
  • Sesame seeds
  • Pineapple slices or chunks

    grilled or fresh, optional

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until well combined.

  2. 2

    Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Reserve the other half for making the sauce later. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.

  3. 3

    Grill Method: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.Skillet Method: Heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until fully cooked and caramelized.

  4. 4

    Pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer. For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry and stir it into the simmering sauce. Continue cooking until the sauce becomes glossy and thickened.

  5. 5

    Slice the cooked chicken and drizzle generously with the teriyaki sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and optional grilled pineapple slices or chunks. Serve alongside steamed rice or your favorite stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

155 min6 servings

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