Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup soy sauce (shoyu)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Directions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce (shoyu), brown sugar, water, pineapple juice, ketchup, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the chicken thighs in the bowl and make sure they are well coated with the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is grilling, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until
- the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Brush the cooked chicken with the thickened sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Serve the chicken hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time) | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes (plus marinating time)
Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
