Go Back
Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe

Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken

A sweet, savory, and smoky Hawaiian-style grilled chicken made with a rich pineapple-soy marinade. Juicy, caramelized, and perfect for BBQ or stovetop cooking.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
Amount Unit Name Notes
1.5–2 kg Chicken thighs Boneless, skinless
1 tbsp Vegetable oil For cooking
Marinade
Amount Unit Name Notes
¾ cup Pineapple juice Canned or bottled
½ cup Soy sauce Low sodium preferred
½ cup Ketchup Adds body
¼–½ cup Brown sugar Adjust sweetness
1 tbsp Garlic Minced
1 tbsp Ginger Grated
2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar For balance
1 tbsp Sesame oil Optional
— — Black pepper To taste
Optional
Amount Unit Name Notes
— — Pineapple slices For grilling
— — Green onions For garnish

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan Outdoor or indoor
  • Mixing bowl For marinade
  • Zip-top bag/container For marinating
  • Tongs For flipping
  • Basting brush For glaze
  • Measuring cups & spoons For accuracy

Method
 

  1. Make MarinadeIn a bowl, whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  2. Reserve Marinade: Set aside about ¾ cup of marinade for basting later.
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  3. Marinate Chicken:Place chicken in a bag or container. Pour remaining marinade over it and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  4. Preheat GrillHeat grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates.
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  5. Cook Chicken:Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for 3–4 minutes.
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  6. Baste & Flip:Brush with reserved marinade. Continue flipping and basting every 1–2 minutes until fully cooked (165°F / 75°C).
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  7. Rest ChickenRemove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe
  8. Optional Pineapple:Grill pineapple slices for 2–3 minutes per side and serve alongside.
    Hawaiian Bros Huli Huli Chicken Recipe

Notes

  • Do not use fresh pineapple juice—it can make the chicken mushy.
  • Chicken thighs are best for a juicy texture.
  • Control heat carefully to avoid burning the sugary marinade.
  • Always reserve the marinade before adding raw chicken for safe basting.