Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken

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1. 1Step 1: Tenderize the chicken thighs on both sides with your favorite meat tenderizer.
2. 2Step 2: Place the chicken thighs in a gallon-sized Ziploc bag and set aside.
3. 3Step 3: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the marinade ingredients and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
4. 4Step 4: Pour the marinade over the chicken, press the air out of the bag, and seal tightly. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
5. 5Step 5: Remove the chicken from the bag and place it in a bowl; set aside.
6. 6Step 6: Pour the marinade into a medium saucepan, bring to a simmer, and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Place the chicken on a medium-high grill and brush some of the hot marinade over the top. Do not put the brush back into the marinade after brushing the chicken.
8. 8Step 8: Continue grilling the chicken until done (165 degrees internal temp) on both sides. If the chicken is really thick, grill it on medium heat.
9. 9Step 9: Place the cooked chicken in a baking dish and pour some (or all) of the hot teriyaki marinade over the top. Sprinkle with finely chopped green onions. Serve immediately on white sticky rice or with stir fry.