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Best Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack

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Sweet, smoky, and tropical perfection—this Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack layers tender grilled chicken glazed with pineapple-ginger sauce over jasmine rice and caramelized pineapple for a true taste of island paradise.

Ingredients

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  • 2lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cuppineapple juice (fresh preferred)
  • 1/3 cupsoy sauce
  • 1/4 cupbrown sugar
  • 2 tablespoonsketchup
  • 2 tablespoonsrice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoonshoney
  • 2cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoonfresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoonsesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoonblack pepper
  • 1fresh pineapple, cut into rings and grilled
  • 4 cupscooked jasmine rice
  • 2 tablespoonsunsalted butter (optional)
  • 1 teaspoontoasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoonsfinely chopped green onions or cilantro
  • 1/4 cupreserved marinade
  • 1 tablespooncornstarch
  • 2 tablespoonswater

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until sugar dissolves. Reserve 1/4 cup for glaze.
  2. Add chicken to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Baste occasionally with marinade.
  5. Grill pineapple rings for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and slightly caramelized.
  6. In a small saucepan, whisk the reserved 1/4 cup marinade with cornstarch and water. Simmer over medium heat until thick and glossy to form the glaze.
  7. Warm cooked jasmine rice with butter for extra richness and fluff with a fork.
  8. To assemble, layer rice on a plate, top with grilled chicken, drizzle with glaze, and crown with a pineapple ring.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions or cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juicier results or breasts for a leaner option.
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor and tenderness.
Make it gluten-free by using tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Try coconut rice or sticky rice for a richer texture.
Add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy twist.
Freeze marinated chicken for up to 3 months for easy meal prep.

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