Huli-Huli Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Huli-Huli Chicken
45 min.
6
150kcal

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Huli-Huli Chicken is a mouthwatering Hawaiian dish that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a tropical paradise. This gluten and dairy-free delight is perfect for a summer barbecue, offering a unique blend of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your guests.

The star of this dish is the juicy, tender chicken, marinated in a brine of garlic, ginger, and thyme, and then grilled to perfection. The pineapple adds a touch of sweetness, while the homemade sauce, thickened to perfection, provides a tangy twist. The result is a dish that is both flavorful and healthy, with a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous get-togethers. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the cooking process is straightforward, making it accessible to cooks of all skill levels. So, fire up the grill, gather your loved ones, and get ready to indulge in a true taste of Hawaii with this delicious Huli-Huli Chicken.

Ingredients

  •  skin-on chicken drumsticks 
  •  garlic clove 
  •  ginger 
  • tablespoons kosher salt 
  • ounces pineapple crushed undrained

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. MIX TOGETHER THE BRINE- WATER, SUGAR, SALT GARLIC GINGER & THYME. PLACE IN A LARGE RESEALABLE BAG AND PLACE THE CHICKEN INTO THE BRINE. REFRIGERATE FOR AT LEAST AN HOUR, BUT NOT MORE THAN 4.PUT THE SAUCE INGREDIENTS INTO A SAUCEPAN, STIR AND SIMMER UNTIL SAUCE THICKENS.STRAIN OFF THE SAUCE AND PLACE IN A BOWL.REMOVE THE CHICKEN FROM THE BRINE AND GRILL UNTIL MEDIUM BROWN AND COOKED THROUGH TO THE BONE. PLACE THE PINEAPPLE ON THE GRILL. LIGHTLY BASTE THE CHICKEN & PINEAPPLE WITH THE SAUCE. TURN AND BASTE 2-3 TIMES EVERY 2-3 MINUTES. REMOVE FROM GRILL & SERVE.

Nutrition Facts

Calories150kcal
Protein36.89%
Fat43.07%
Carbs20.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.5
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
6.5495652173913%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:149.77kcal
7.49%
Fat:7.12g
10.95%
Saturated Fat:1.87g
11.68%
Carbohydrates:7.46g
2.49%
Net Carbohydrates:6.83g
2.48%
Sugar:5.49g
6.1%
Cholesterol:69.65mg
23.22%
Sodium:2405.54mg
104.59%
Protein:13.72g
27.44%
Selenium:15.16µg
21.66%
Vitamin B3:3.82mg
19.09%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.6%
Phosphorus:132.97mg
13.3%
Zinc:1.54mg
10.24%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.13%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
8.04%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7%
Potassium:243.57mg
6.96%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
6.94%
Magnesium:23.38mg
5.84%
Vitamin C:4.41mg
5.35%
Copper:0.11mg
5.25%
Iron:0.66mg
3.69%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.15%
Fiber:0.63g
2.51%
Vitamin K:2.2µg
2.09%
Calcium:19.43mg
1.94%
Folate:4.73µg
1.18%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.1%
Vitamin A:53.91IU
1.08%
Source:Foodista