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Hawaiian Turn-Turn Chicken

A flavor-packed chicken dish perfect for BBQs and family gatherings, bringing a taste of Hawaii to your backyard.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: BBQ, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs, boneless and skinless Thighs are more flavorful and harder to mess up than breasts.
  • ½ cup soy sauce Kikkoman is preferred for its umami kick.
  • ½ cup fresh pineapple juice Adds a Hawaiian touch.
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar Balances the saltiness and caramelizes.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use 3 if you're feeling adventurous.
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated Fresh is best, but ground works too.
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions Adjust to taste.
  • to taste salt and pepper A crucial step for seasoning.
  • optional sesame seeds for garnishing Adds crunch and presentation.

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
  2. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably a few hours in the fridge.
Prepare Your Grill Pan
  1. Heat your grill pan over medium-high heat until sizzling.
  2. Slice extra pineapples for grilling while the pan heats.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Add the marinated chicken to the hot pan, ensuring not to overcrowd.
  2. Cook for 6-7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes until caramelized and cooked through.
Grill the Pineapple
  1. Toss pineapple slices on the grill pan for a couple of minutes on each side until lightly charred.
Let it Rest
  1. Let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 1500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This marinade also works well with prawns or tofu for a twist.
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