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Best Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Description

This Best Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of low-sodium soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, chicken broth, fresh ginger, and garlic. After marinating for at least 6 hours, the chicken is grilled to juicy perfection with the reserved marinade brushed on for extra flavor. Serve it with hot rice and sliced avocados for a delicious and easy Hawaiian-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2–5 lb Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)

Marinade

  • 3/4 cups Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3/4 cups Ketchup
  • 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/3 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons Fresh ginger (grated)
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic (minced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine low-sodium soy sauce, ketchup, packed brown sugar, chicken broth, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until the brown sugar is mostly dissolved. Reserve 1 cup of this marinade in an airtight container and refrigerate it for basting later.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs into the remaining marinade in the bowl. Coat the chicken evenly by mixing well. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the chicken to absorb all the flavors.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken thighs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks. While grilling, use a food brush to baste the chicken with the reserved marinade frequently to keep it moist and packed with flavor.
  4. Serve: Once cooked, serve the Hawaiian BBQ chicken hot with freshly cooked rice and sliced avocados on the side for a complete, tropical-inspired meal. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the chicken overnight to deepen the flavors.
  • If you don’t have a grill, the chicken thighs can be cooked on a stovetop grill pan or baked in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, basting occasionally.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt content.
  • Leftover marinade should be discarded or boiled thoroughly before using it as a sauce to avoid contamination from raw chicken juices.
  • Skin-on chicken thighs can be used if preferred; adjust cooking time accordingly.

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