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Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
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Enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaii with this delicious Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken recipe. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a sweet and savory soy ginger marinade, then grilled to perfection and drizzled with a homemade teriyaki sauce. Serve with steamed rice and macaroni salad for a taste of the islands!

Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)

Chicken:

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Teriyaki Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Grill Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and charred.
  4. Make Teriyaki Sauce: Pour reserved marinade into a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer. Mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry, stir into sauce, and cook until thickened.
  5. Serve: Drizzle teriyaki sauce over grilled chicken and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use chicken thighs with skin and bone.
  • This recipe can also be broiled in the oven or cooked on a stovetop grill pan.
  • Serve with steamed rice and macaroni salad for a complete Hawaiian meal.

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