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Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken
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Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken: Discover This Delicious Recipe!

Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring chicken thighs marinated in a savory-sweet soy sauce mixture, then baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish, pouring the marinade over the top.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. For extra caramelization, switch the oven to broil for the last 5 minutes of cooking, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For a sweeter flavor, add a tablespoon of pineapple juice to the marinade.
  • Serve the chicken over steamed rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious sauce.