{"id":4698,"date":"2025-06-26T22:59:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T22:59:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=4698"},"modified":"2025-06-26T22:59:39","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T22:59:39","slug":"hawaiian-huli-huli-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/26\/hawaiian-huli-huli-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken"},"content":{"rendered":"

is a classic island dish known for its sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. \u201cHuli\u201d means \u201cturn\u201d in Hawaiian, referring to how the chicken is traditionally cooked on a rotisserie, being flipped repeatedly over a grill. The marinade is the heart of this dish \u2014 a tropical blend of pineapple, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For the marinade:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1 cup pineapple juice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup brown sugar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup soy sauce (preferably Aloha Shoyu for authenticity)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bc cup ketchup<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    4 cloves garlic, minced<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tbsp sesame oil (optional for depth)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the chicken:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      3\u20134 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks (or a whole spatchcocked chicken)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Make the marinade:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          In a bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients until sugar is dissolved.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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          Marinate the chicken:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            Place chicken in a large ziplock bag or bowl.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Pour in about \u2154 of the marinade (reserve the rest for basting).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Marinate for at least 4 hours<\/strong>, preferably overnight for deep flavor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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            Grill the chicken:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              Preheat grill to medium heat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Grill over indirect heat for about 30\u201340 minutes<\/strong>, turning frequently and basting with reserved marinade<\/strong>every 5\u201310 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Finish over direct heat for a nice char, if desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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              Serve:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Serve with sticky rice, macaroni salad, or grilled pineapple.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                \u00a0Tips:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                  No grill? You can bake the chicken at 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C) for 40\u201345 minutes, basting occasionally.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Add a touch of sriracha to the marinade for a spicy kick.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Try it with boneless chicken thighs for easier eating and quicker cooking.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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