Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken

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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken

Indulge in the tropical flavors of "Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken - A Tropical Delight with Portuguese Influence." This culinary masterpiece beautifully blends the essence of Hawaii and Portuguese heritage, creating a medley of sweet and savory goodness. Tender chicken marinated in a luscious Huli Huli marinade, infused with soy sauce, pineapple juice, and aromatic spices, awaits to delight your taste buds. Grilled to perfection with charred grill marks, the succulent chicken is accompanied by mouthwatering glazed pineapple, sautéed with red bell peppers and red onions. Serve this tropical delight on a bed of star-anise infused coconut rice, garnished with vibrant green onions, for a culinary adventure that celebrates cultural fusion. Mahalo!

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Course: main

Cuisine: Hawaiian, Portuguese

Keyword: chicken, cocunut, pineapple, soy sauce

Servings: servings

Calories: 333kcal

Ingredients

3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons ketchup
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 red bell peppers cut into chunks
1 red onion cut into chunks
1 jalapeno seeded and diced (adjust to your desired level of spiciness)
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
1/4 cup sliced green onions for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Huli Huli marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix everything well to create a luscious and aromatic marinade.
Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Make sure the chicken is coated evenly. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or ideally overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and infuse the chicken with their delightful essence.
Preheat the grill: Time to fire up the grill! Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Grill the chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use. Grill the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has beautiful grill marks.
Prepare the glazed pineapple: While the chicken is grilling, in a pan over medium heat, add a drizzle of vegetable oil and toss in the diced jalapeno, red bell peppers, and red onion. Saute them until they become tender and slightly charred. Then, add the diced pineapple to the pan, and pour the reserved marinade over the vegetables and pineapple. Stir everything together, allowing the marinade to reduce and form a delicious glaze.
Prepare the star-anise coconut rice: Follow the instructions on your preferred coconut rice recipe, but make sure to infuse it with the warm aroma of star anise for an extra exotic touch.
Serve and garnish: To serve, create a bed of steamed star-anise coconut rice on each plate. Place a generous serving of the succulent Huli Huli Chicken on the rice bed. Top the chicken with the irresistible glazed pineapple, red bell pepper chunks, and caramelized onions. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the chicken and rice. Garnish the dish with sliced green onions for a burst of color and freshness.
Enjoy: Congratulations, you've successfully prepared the Tropical Delight - Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken with Glazed Pineapple and Coconut Rice! Indulge in the tantalizing blend of sweet and savory flavors, and savor the Portuguese influence that makes this dish a true celebration of cultural fusion. Aloha!

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