Description
Hawaiian Grilled Chicken is an island-inspired recipe that blends soy sauce, brown sugar, coconut milk, and green onions for a perfectly tender, flavorful meal. Ideal for weeknights or gatherings, this recipe delivers tropical taste with minimal prep.
Ingredients
5.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
1 cup low-sodium soy sauce (Aloha Shoyu recommended)
1 cup water
1 to 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
½ bunch green onions, chopped (reserve half for garnish)
½ tsp minced garlic
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
1 (13.5-oz) can coconut milk
Instructions
Prepare the marinade
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, chopped green onions, minced garlic, sesame oil, and coconut milk until well combined.Marinate the chicken
Add the chicken thighs, making sure each piece is fully coated in marinade.Chill and infuse flavor
Cover the bowl (or seal in a large freezer bag) and refrigerate for at least 8 hours — overnight is best for deeper flavor infusion.Preheat your grill
Set your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to low heat to prevent the marinade’s sugars from burning.Grill to perfection
Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, until fully cooked and lightly charred. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.Serve and garnish
Arrange chicken over coconut rice, garnish with green onions, and drizzle with a touch of soy sauce if desired.
Notes
Use low heat to prevent the marinade’s sugar from burning.
Coconut milk adds tenderness and rich flavor—don’t skip it if possible.
Try grilling pineapple alongside the chicken for an authentic Hawaiian touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+8 hours marinating)
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 28g