Description
Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken delivers island-inspired flavors with bold marinades and succulent grilled meat. Juicy chicken pieces glazed in sweet-savory teriyaki sauce offer a delicious escape to Pacific paradise that will satisfy you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
Aromatics:
- 5 cloves garlic (mashed)
- 2 to 3 thin slices ginger root, cut lengthwise
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant teriyaki marinade by whisking together soy sauce, water, and granulated sugar until the sugar completely dissolves, creating a smooth base.
- Mince fresh garlic cloves and finely slice fresh ginger, then fold these aromatic ingredients into the marinade to infuse deep, complex flavors.
- Submerge chicken thighs completely in the prepared marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Transfer to a sealed container or heavy-duty resealable plastic bag.
- Refrigerate the marinated chicken for a minimum of 24 hours and up to 72 hours (3 days), allowing the flavors to penetrate deeply into the meat.
- Preheat the grill to high heat (approximately 450-500°F or 230-260°C), creating optimal conditions for achieving a perfect caramelized exterior.
- Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess liquid drip off, then place on the hot grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, rotating once to create beautiful crosshatch grill marks.
- Verify the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer to ensure safe consumption.
- Transfer grilled chicken to a covered pot with additional fresh teriyaki sauce, then steam on the grill for 10-12 minutes to enhance tenderness and lock in moisture.
- Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 3-4 minutes to redistribute internal juices.
- Slice chicken into elegant portions and plate, garnishing with finely chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve alongside steamed white rice or grilled seasonal vegetables.
Notes
- Marinate chicken thighs overnight for maximum flavor absorption and tender texture.
- Ensure sugar completely dissolves when creating the initial marinade base to guarantee smooth, consistent seasoning.
- High-heat grilling develops delicious caramelized exterior while maintaining juicy interior of chicken pieces.
- Steaming after grilling locks in moisture and allows teriyaki sauce to penetrate deeply into meat fibers.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions to elevate presentation and add complementary crunch and brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Steaming
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 564 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 160mg