Hawaiian-Style Shoyu Chicken
Hawaiian-Style Shoyu Chicken is a vibrant and delicious dish that brings the tropical flavors of Hawaii straight to your kitchen. This recipe features juicy bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and brown sugar, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for family dinners or summer barbecues, serve it with steamed rice or fresh vegetables for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight is best).
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken skin-side up in a baking dish and pour half of the marinade over it.
- Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally with remaining marinade.
- Transfer cooked chicken to plates, drizzle with pan juices, and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Substitute chicken thighs with drumsticks or tofu for a vegetarian option. Add pineapple chunks to the marinade for an authentic Hawaiian twist.