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How Long Will Grilled Chicken Last?
Cooked poultry is safe refrigerated for 3-4 days and in the freezer for 2-6 months.
I feel like Utah summers are way too short. Yes, the stupid snow can be beautiful, but 9 months out of the year!! COME ON! I really am so ready for consistently good weather, but I know it can snow until June so I’m always anticipating more yucky weather popping up during the summer. I made polynesian or grilled Hawaiian chicken thighs last week just to encourage summer to stick around. TAKE THAT UTAH!
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken
K, this chicken is awesome. Love the flavor, love the simplicity, love those grill marks. You could do this in the oven, but why not pull out the grill? We chose to serve ours with a little of the reserved marinade (this never touched the chicken) and we ate it over coconut rice. HOWEVER, anyone and I do mean anyone, can make this chicken. To quote my 5 yr old, “easy peasy lemon squeezy”. So stinkin’ cute.
What Side Goes With Grilled Hawaiian Chicken?
Choose side dishes to complement the light, fruity flavor of the chicken without overwhelming it.
We always do a side of grilled corn because it’s amazing and I think corn on the cob should be eaten as often as possible! Some other suggestions are, broccoli, rice, Hawaiian bread, and fruit.
I would definitely use the chicken thighs over breasts, they are far more flavorful, and definitely take the time to let it marinate. You. Are. Welcome.
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Grilled Hawaiian Chicken
Ingredients
- 3 Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 2 Cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 2 Cups Water
- 1 1/2 Cups Brown Sugar
- 1 Bunch Green Onions, chopped (save some for the top)
- 1/4 Cup White Onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
- 1 Can Coconut Milk, 13.5 oz
Instructions
- Remove any visible fat from the chicken thighs.3 Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- Whisk the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, onions, garlic, sesame oil, and coconut milk in a large bowl.2 Cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 2 Cups Water, 1 1/2 Cups Brown Sugar, 1 Bunch Green Onions, 1/4 Cup White Onion, 1/2 teaspoon Minced Garlic, 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil, 1 Can Coconut Milk
- Pour 1/2 cup into a jar and reserve in the fridge for serving.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and marinate the chicken overnight.
- Heat the grill to high.
- Add the chicken and turn down to low.
- Grill chicken at a low heat so that the marinade does not burn for 5-7 minutes per side or until done.
- Serve over rice with many friends!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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can you use coconut juice in the place of coconut milk?glenda
Hi Glenda, Unfortunately coconut juice wouldn’t quite work the same as you need the creamy coconut milk.
Don’t get me wrong… I love chicken breasts, but thighs are so under rated. I would rather have a few good thighs than an average chicken breast. Your caramelization looks awesome here
Could not agree with you more!
Sometimes simple flavours are the best! Love this recipe, but am using brown rice to make coconut rice. I feel it is more wholesome. Love the prictures btw!
I am not a ‘cook’, but my husband and I survive. This looks so good, I am going to stretch my culinary skills and try it, but with chicken breasts. We don’t care for dark meat. Wish me luck.
Good luck!! I know you’ll love it as much as we do!
Used this recipe recently for a BBQ for a birthday party – it was a big hit. Easy to make and oh so good. Followed the directions and couldn’t ask for a better marinade.
Thank you so much for the sweet comment. We love this chicken and even bake it during the winter!
yum,so yummy!!
I’m getting some good stuffs here. This weekend is going to be so much fun!
This looks delicious! I would like to try cooking some pineapple in the marinade to go with the chicken. Thanks for the recipe!
I will definitely be trying this soon. I love the flavor combinations you have going on!
Thank you so much!!
This chicken looks delicious… We love Hawaiian chicken and your pictures are mouth watering!
Tasha, thank you so much! I cannot get enough of that chicken!