Hawaiian Style Teriyaki Chicken

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup of soy sauce
• 1 cup of water
• 1 cup of sugar
• 5 cloves of mashed garlic
• 1 ginger root (sliced thin and lengthwise)
• Optional: 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes
• Optional: Pineapple slices for grilling
• Garnish: Chopped green onions and sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Marinade:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
   • Add the mashed garlic and ginger slices to the mixture.
   • For a twist, add a tablespoon of sesame oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
2. Marinate the Chicken:
   • Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated.
   • Marinate in the refrigerator. For best results, marinate for 24 hours, though you can marinate for up to 3 days.
3. Grill the Chicken:
   • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
   • Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill each side until well-charred and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
   • Optionally, grill pineapple slices alongside the chicken until charred and tender.
4. Final Touches:
   • If you like, transfer the grilled chicken to a pot on the grill. Add a bit of fresh teriyaki sauce and let it steam for a few minutes. This makes the chicken even more tender and juicy.
   • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
5. Serve:
   • Garnish the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
   • Serve with the grilled pineapple on the side.

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Meat:

• Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs (3 pounds)

Pantry Items:

• Soy Sauce (1 cup)
• Granulated Sugar (1 cup)
• Sesame Oil (optional, 1 tablespoon)
• Red Pepper Flakes (optional, a pinch)
• Cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)

Produce:

• Fresh Garlic (5 cloves)
• Ginger Root (1 piece)
• Green Onions (for garnish)
• Pineapple (optional, for grilling)
• Sesame Seeds (for garnish)

Other:

• Water