Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs
Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs balance salty soy with caramel-like brown sugar, bright ginger, and a whisper of heat for a glossy, tender finish. The chicken turns succulent as it soaks up aromatic garlic and onion, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual weekend gatherings with steamed rice and greens. Serve hot to showcase the savory-sweet glaze and gentle spice.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 29 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 3
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk the 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.
- 2
Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 5
Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade.
- 6
Grill the chicken thighs on the preheated grill until they are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes per side.
- 7
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center; it should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 351.45 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 37.12 g Good Source 74%
- Carbohydrate 20.47 g 7%
- Total Fat 15.36 g Moderate 20%
- Saturated Fat 5.14 g High 26%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 168.47 mg High 56%
- Sodium 1251.3 mg High 54%
- Dietary Fiber 1.09 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 16.65 g --
- Added Sugars 0.83 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 15.36 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 2.13 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 38.39 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 5.53 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.31 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs is a Hawaiian dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Brown Sugar, and Cayenne Pepper. Each serving provides about 351.45 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs?
- It is a Hawaiian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Brown Sugar, Cayenne Pepper, Dried Oregano. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs?
- Explore these Hawaiian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 351.45 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs healthy?
- Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Thighs has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 351.45 calories and 37.12 g of protein, or 74% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1251.3 mg (54% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.14 g (26% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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