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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack

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This Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack is a tropical-inspired meal combining juicy marinated chicken, grilled pineapple, fluffy rice, and crisp veggies. Bursting with bold, sweet-savory flavors, it’s perfect for summer BBQs or easy dinners and brings the authentic taste of Hawaii right to your plate.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes (excluding marinating)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish, Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian, Tropical-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
  • 4–6 fresh pineapple rings, grilled
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 scallions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic to create the marinade.
  2. Place chicken in a bowl or zip-top bag and marinate with half the sauce for at least 2 hours or overnight. Reserve the remaining half for basting.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken, basting with the reserved sauce, until fully cooked and caramelized.
  4. Grill pineapple rings until lightly charred and golden.
  5. Assemble each plate with a bed of rice, then top with sliced grilled chicken, pineapple rings, red bell pepper, and red onion.
  6. Drizzle with remaining sauce, then garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Swap white rice for coconut rice for a creamier flavor.
  • Add sriracha or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute grilled tofu for chicken.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently in the microwave.

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