Ingredients
– 2 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on preferred)
– ½ cup shoyu (soy sauce)
– ¼ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup honey
– ¼ cup rice vinegar
– 4 cloves garlic (minced)
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine shoyu, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk until well blended.
2. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a zip-top bag or a bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
3. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you’re using an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
4. Grill Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
5. Baste with Marinade: During grilling, brush the chicken with leftover marinade to enhance flavor and moisture.
6. Rest Chicken: Once cooked, remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the chicken before serving.
Following these steps will ensure your Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is flavorful and juicy, perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g