Keto Huli Huli Grilled Chicken

Whether you're hosting a backyard luau or just want to enjoy the flavors of Hawaii, this simple low carb Huli Huli chicken recipe is sure to be a crowd favorite!

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The chicken is marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce and then grilled to perfection. "Huli" means turn in Hawaiian, and turning the chicken often is the key to this recipe.

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Marinade Ingredients:

Whisk together the marinade and remove 1 cup to be used for basting while grilling.

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Grill skin side up over medium high heat (350-425F) with the lid down, then turn the thighs.

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Baste, and grill, watching for flare ups, especially when the skin side is down. Continue turning, basting, and grilling until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.

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* Add cayenne to the marinade for spicier chicken * Use liquid aminos to make this recipe gluten-free * Substitute pork chops, ribs, or flank steak instead of chicken thighs

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* grilled vegetables * brown rice * grilled pineapple * green salad * bell peppers dressed with a sweet keto dressing

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Keto Huli Huli Grilled Chicken

Whether you're hosting a backyard luau or just want to enjoy the flavors of Hawaii, this simple low carb Huli Huli chicken recipe is sure to be a crowd favorite!

The chicken is marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce and then grilled to perfection. "Huli" means turn in Hawaiian, and turning the chicken often is the key to this recipe.

Marinade Ingredients:

– Tomato paste – Apple cider vinegar – Swerve Brown -or- Golden monk fruit – Onion powder – Garlic powder – Minced garlic – Minced ginger – Soy sauce – Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base – Unsweetened pineapple juice

Whisk together the marinade and remove 1 cup to be used for basting while grilling.

Grill skin side up over medium high heat (350-425F) with the lid down, then turn the thighs.

Baste, and grill, watching for flare ups, especially when the skin side is down. Continue turning, basting, and grilling until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.

* Add cayenne to the marinade for spicier chicken * Use liquid aminos to make this recipe gluten-free * Substitute pork chops, ribs, or flank steak instead of chicken thighs

Variations:

* grilled vegetables * brown rice * grilled pineapple * green salad * bell peppers dressed with a sweet keto dressing

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