Description
This Baked Huli Huli Chicken is a Hawaiian-inspired dish featuring a sticky-sweet pineapple glaze, oven-roasted to tender, juicy perfection.
Ingredients
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3 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
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1 cup pineapple juice
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½ cup soy sauce
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½ cup packed brown sugar
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⅓ cup ketchup
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¼ cup chicken broth
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2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for slurry)
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Optional: pineapple slices, green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Place chicken thighs in a greased baking dish.
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In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, broth, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add cornstarch slurry to thicken sauce; cook 1–2 more minutes.
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Pour sauce over chicken and bake for 45–60 minutes (internal temp: 165°F).
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Baste with extra sauce halfway through baking.
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Rest before serving. Garnish with green onions, pineapple, and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Marinate chicken in sauce for extra flavor.
- Substitute boneless chicken to reduce cook time.
- Broil at the end for a caramelized finish.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-American