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Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken

4 - 6 servings
American Simmering

Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is a beloved island comfort food that's incredibly easy to prepare. This recipe involves simmering chicken thighs in a flavorful and aromatic sauce made with shoyu (Japanese soy sauce), brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. The result is exceptionally tender and juicy chicken, perfect for a satisfying meal...

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... any day of the week. Serve it over rice to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

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July 1, 2025
  • 10 min.
  • 1 h. 10 min.
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Ingredients:

For an authentic taste, using a Hawaiian brand of soy sauce like Aloha Shoyu is recommended for its slightly sweeter flavor.

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Best served with:

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
Simple Boiled Rice Recipe
Grilled Pineapple

Directions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:

Let’s start the preparation of Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken by preparing the sauce.

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the shoyu, water, brown sugar, smashed ginger, and smashed garlic.
  • Stir well to dissolve the sugar.

2. Add Chicken and Aromatics:

  • Add the chicken thighs to the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the sauce.
  • If using, add the onion wedges and the cut green onions.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. Simmer the Chicken:

  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 45 to 60 minutes.
  • The chicken should be very tender and cooked through.
  • You can turn the chicken pieces halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking.

4. Thicken the Sauce:

  • First, remove the cooked chicken from the pot and set it aside.
  • Optional For Crispier Skin: Place chicken on a baking sheet and broil for a few minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Watch it closely to prevent burning.
  • Bring the remaining sauce to a simmer.
  • Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

5. Serving of Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken:

  • Serve the Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken hot over a bed of steamed white rice and also with Hawaiian Macaroni Salad.
  • Spoon a generous amount of the sauce over the chicken and rice.
  • Garnish with freshly sliced green onions.

Tips:

  • Slow Cooker Method: This recipe adapts well to a slow cooker. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  • Instant Pot Method: For a quicker version, cook on high pressure for 10-12 minutes, followed by a natural pressure release.
  • Make it Ahead: Shoyu chicken often tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld.
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