Shoyu Chicken

Shoyu chicken is Hawaii's take on teriyaki chicken made with skinless thighs marinated in a sweet, spicy soy sauce, then grilled and served with rice.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 338 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
• 5 pounds skinless chicken thighs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Remove chicken thighs from marinade; discard remaining marinade.

Step 3

Grill chicken thighs on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 4

Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, water, onion, garlic, ginger, black pepper, oregano, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, and paprika together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; marinate chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.