Description
This Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice. After a thorough marinade, the chicken is grilled to perfection and brushed with a flavorful teriyaki glaze, offering a delicious balance of tropical sweetness and smoky char.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 ½ lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
Marinade
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice until the sugar dissolves completely, ensuring a smooth marinade.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, coating the chicken evenly. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- Preheat Grill: When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Chicken for Grilling: Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Reserve the marinade for making the glaze later.
- Grill Chicken: Place the chicken thighs on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), indicating they are fully cooked and juicy.
- Make Teriyaki Glaze: While grilling, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken it into a flavorful glaze, ensuring it is safe to use as a brush-on sauce.
- Glaze Chicken: During the final minutes of grilling, brush the teriyaki glaze onto the chicken to add extra flavor and a glossy finish.
- Rest Chicken: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Ensure the reserved marinade is fully simmered to kill any bacteria before using as a glaze.
- You can serve with steamed rice or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste if you prefer less sweetness.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness for safe eating.
