Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star No reviews
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop Simmering
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Tender Hawaiian shoyu chicken simmered in a glossy sweet and savory soy sauce glaze with garlic and ginger, perfect over steamed rice


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • Bone In, Skin On Chicken Thighs: 3 pounds
  • Soy Sauce: 1 cup
  • Brown Sugar: 1 cup
  • Water: 1 cup
  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
  • Fresh Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated
  • Green Onions: 3, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Place a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat
  2. Combine Ingredients: In the pan combine soy sauce, brown sugar, water, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until sugar begins to dissolve
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, ensuring it is evenly mixed
  4. Assemble the Dish: Add the chicken thighs skin side down in a single layer and spoon some sauce over the top
  5. Cook to Perfection: Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F
  6. Finishing Touches: Remove the lid for the last few minutes to slightly thicken the sauce if desired and spoon glaze over the chicken
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot over steamed rice

Notes

  • Simmer gently to keep the chicken tender
  • Marinate the chicken in the sauce for up to 8 hours for deeper flavor
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg