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Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken

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Juicy, tender chicken thighs are marinated in a sweet and savory pineapple teriyaki sauce, then pan-seared or grilled to caramelized perfection. This easy Asian-inspired dinner is bursting with tropical flavor and comes together in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 900 g), trimmed
  • 1 cup pineapple juice (unsweetened, fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 12 hours for maximum flavor), flipping halfway through if possible.
  3. Pour the leftover marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  4. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then whisk into the simmering marinade. Stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil if not using a nonstick pan.
  6. Shake excess marinade from chicken and lay pieces flat in the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes on the first side until golden brown and caramelized.
  7. Flip and cook another 5-7 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F) and juices run clear.
  8. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
  9. Brush or drizzle thickened sauce over the cooked chicken. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  10. Serve hot, sliced over rice or whole on a platter, with extra sauce on the side.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken as long as possible (up to 12 hours). If using chicken breasts, slice in half horizontally for even cooking. Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Garnish with fresh pineapple or cilantro for extra Hawaiian flair. If sauce thickens too much, thin with a splash of water or pineapple juice.

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