Description
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Hawaiian-Style Shoyu Chicken. Marinated in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar, this succulent chicken is grilled to perfection, delivering a sweet and savory flavor explosion. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or pineapple slices (optional for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until combined.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or bake until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve with rice or grilled pineapple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg