Ingredients
- For the Marinade:
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup soy sauce (preferably reduced sodium)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger root, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- For the Chicken:
- 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
- For Garnish:
- Green onions, chopped
- Pineapple slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and chicken broth. Stir in the minced ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside 1 cup of this marinade to use for basting the chicken while it cooks. Cover it and refrigerate.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the remaining marinade into a large freezer bag. Add the chicken thighs and move the chicken around to evenly coat it with the marinade. Seal the bag and refrigerate the chicken to marinate overnight, or for at least 8 hours.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill and lightly oil the grill grates. Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard the used marinade) and place the chicken on the grill. Grill the chicken for about 3 minutes on one side, then brush with some of the reserved marinade. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes, basting again with the marinade. Repeat this process until the chicken is fully cooked, about 10 minutes in total, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve: Garnish the grilled chicken with chopped green onions and pineapple slices. Serve with rice, quinoa, stir-fry veggies, or any sides of your choice.
Notes
- Storage Instructions: Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Safety Tip: Always discard the marinade that the chicken was in. Do not use it for basting during cooking to avoid cross-contamination.
- Cooking Tips: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to 165°F for safety and juiciness.
- No Grill? Sear the chicken in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of oil and brush with marinade. Then, bake at 375°F for about 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
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- Method: undefined
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
