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Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken – Sweet and Savory Family Favorite

A delightful Hawaiian dish with marinated chicken in a homemade teriyaki sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup pineapple juice use fresh for best flavor
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce gluten-free available
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar apple cider vinegar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
For Thickening the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds for sprinkling
  • 1 slices grilled or fresh pineapple optional
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Grill or skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients until combined and sugar has dissolved.
  2. Marinate the chicken in half of the prepared marinade for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Cook the chicken using your preferred method until cooked through, checking internal temperature.
  4. In a saucepan, bring reserved marinade to a boil, then let simmer to thicken into a sauce.
  5. Glaze the cooked chicken with the sauce in the last minute of cooking, then let rest before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Customize with extras like pineapple or grilled vegetables.