Are you craving a taste of the tropics? If so, I have the perfect dish for you to try out: Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken. This savory and slightly sweet dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. The secret lies in its overnight marinade, which allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken:
- 5 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/2 yellow onion, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Directions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
Combine the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, minced onion, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator overnight. This step is crucial as it allows the flavors to deeply penetrate the chicken, enhancing its taste and tenderness.
2. Preheat and Prepare:
When you’re ready to cook, preheat your oven to 375°F. This ensures that your oven is at the perfect temperature to cook the chicken evenly and thoroughly.
3. Bake the Chicken:
Transfer the marinated chicken thighs and all the marinade into a baking pan. Arrange the thighs so they’re not overlapping, which allows them to cook evenly. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. This temperature is key to ensuring your chicken is cooked safely and remains juicy.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 189 kcal per serving
- Servings: 5
Prep and Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes (not including marination time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
This Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken recipe is perfect for anyone looking to bring a bit of island flair to their dinner table. The blend of sweet and savory flavors, combined with the ease of preparation, makes it an ideal dish for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends. Serve it with a side of steamed rice or your favorite vegetables to complete this tropical meal. Enjoy the delicious journey to Hawaii right from your kitchen!
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Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 5 1x
Description
Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is a classic dish that perfectly encapsulates the harmony of flavors typical to Hawaiian cuisine. This dish, with its irresistible blend of sweet, salty, and spicy tastes, offers a succulent and sticky texture that promises to delight. Whether served over a bed of steamed rice or alongside a fresh salad, it’s a comforting meal ideal for any day of the week.Cooking this dish is as much about the aroma filling your kitchen as it is about the simple pleasure of eating. Each bite is infused with the rich, deep flavors of soy sauce mixed with the subtle sweetness of brown sugar, highlighted by a hint of spice from the red pepper flakes. It’s a beloved recipe that invites you to explore more of the unique tastes that Hawaiian cuisine has to offer.
Ingredients
5 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1/2 yellow onion, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Mix together all the ingredients in a large bowl and let marinate overnight.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Bake in a baking pan for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 189