Description
Sweet, savory, and irresistibly sticky, Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that feels like a tropical getaway on a plate. Tender chicken is coated in a glossy teriyaki glaze with hints of pineapple sweetness and deep umami richness. This easy recipe is perfect for quick dinner ideas, simple meal prep, and comforting homemade food.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons honey
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup water
2 stalks green onions sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Trim excess fat from the chicken and pat dry
2. Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil
3. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes
4. Heat skillet or grill pan over medium heat
5. Cook chicken until caramelized and fully cooked
6. Simmer remaining marinade in the pan
7. Add cornstarch slurry and thicken sauce
8. Coat chicken, rest briefly, and garnish before serving
Notes
Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts
Avoid high heat to prevent sauce from burning
Rest chicken before serving for best texture
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg