Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
Love juicy, sweet and smoky chicken? Try this Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe at home. It tastes just like the famous Hawaiian Bros spot.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1 cup pineapple juice fresh or canned
- ½ cup soy sauce low-sodium
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 2 green onions chopped, for garnish
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Make the Marinade
- Mix pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and pepper. Whisk until sugar dissolves. Tastes amazing already!
Marinate the Chicken
- Add chicken thighs to marinade in a bowl or bag. Coat well. Seal and fridge for 2-8 hours. Longer is better for flavor.
Prep the Grill
- Heat grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Oil grates lightly. This stops sticking.
Grill the Chicken
- Remove chicken from marinade. Reserve ½ cup for basting. Grill 10-12 mins per side. Baste often with reserved sauce.
Make Basting Sauce
- Boil reserved marinade in a pan. Add honey. Simmer 5 mins. Thicken with cornstarch mix if you like.
Check Doneness
- Use thermometer. Chicken is ready at 165°F inside. Rest 5 mins on foil. Juices run clear.
Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle green onions on top. Slice or serve whole. Hot off the grill is best!
- Each step is quick. Follow this how to make Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken for perfect results every time.
Notes
- Pat chicken dry before grilling. Gets crispier skin.
- Don't skip marinating. It tenderizes meat.
- Use thighs for juiciness. Breasts work but dry out faster.
- Indoor option: Broil in oven at 450°F for 20 mins.
- Variation: Add chili flakes for spicy kick.
- Make it vegetarian: Swap chicken for tofu or pineapple skewers.
- Double sauce for rice dipping.
- Grill pineapple slices too. Caramelizes sweet.