Go Back
Delicious Hawaiian Turn Turn Chicken garnished with tropical fruits

Hawaiian Turn Turn Chicken

Juicy and flavorful chicken marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts or tofu
  • Green onions, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
  2. Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding pineapple juice to the marinade or switching the protein to firm tofu for a vegan option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.