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Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

Best Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Recipe | Sweet, Smoky, and Easy Grilled Chicken

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A sweet, smoky grilled chicken recipe with a vibrant glaze of soy sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar. Juicy boneless skinless thighs get a tropical flavor boost from ginger and garlic, perfect for quick weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.

Ingredients

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2–5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
¾ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¾ cup ketchup
1 cup brown sugar, packed
â…“ cup chicken broth
2½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic

Instructions

Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, chicken broth, ginger, and garlic in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
Reserve 1 cup marinade for grilling glaze. Marinate chicken with remaining mixture for 6+ hours or overnight.
Preheat grill to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken dry, discard remaining marinade, and brush reserved glaze on both sides.
Grill 3–4 minutes per side or until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.

Notes

For tender meat, marinate overnight if possible.
Brush on additional glaze during last 2 minutes of grilling for extra caramelization.
Serve with rice, avocado, or as taco fillings for creative variations.

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