Description
Hawaiian-Style Shoyu Chicken is a delicious dish that captures the essence of the Hawaiian islands in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Grilled to perfection, this dish offers a delightful aroma and vibrant flavors that will transport you straight to paradise. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well mixed.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
- Preheat Grill/Oven: Prepare your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F) or preheat oven to broil.
- Cook Chicken: Grill or bake chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until charred and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest & Serve: Allow chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve with rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg