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Sweet Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

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A deliciously savory and sweet grilled chicken recipe featuring a homemade teriyaki marinade that brings family and friends together.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless and skinless chicken thighs Chicken thighs remain juicier on the grill.
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 4 cloves chopped garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or a gallon-sized Ziploc bag.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, garlic, and ginger together until the sugar completely dissolves.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken. If using a bag, squeeze out the air before sealing, or wrap the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Cooking
  1. Strain the marinade into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken on the grill and brush with some of the hot marinade.
  3. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Place the grilled chicken in a baking dish and pour over the remaining hot teriyaki sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 2000mgSugar: 25g

Notes

Best served over steamed rice, with stir-fried vegetables, or a cooling cucumber salad. Add green onions or sesame seeds for garnish.
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