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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stacks

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in sweet and savory Huli Huli sauce, stacked with caramelized pineapple, fresh lime, and scallions. A tropical BBQ favorite!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Hawaiian
Servings 4
Calories 390 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • Pineapple slices fresh or canned
  • Pineapple juice
  • Soy sauce
  • Brown sugar
  • Ketchup
  • Garlic minced
  • Fresh ginger grated
  • Green onions
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Olive oil or cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Make Marinade: In a bowl, whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, and ginger.
  • Marinate Chicken: Add chicken to a zip-top bag or bowl. Pour in marinade. Refrigerate for 2–8 hours.
  • Preheat Grill: Heat grill or grill pan over medium heat. Oil grates if necessary.
  • Grill Chicken: Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  • Grill Pineapple: Grill pineapple slices 2–3 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
  • Assemble Stacks: Layer pineapple slices, grilled chicken, drizzle extra sauce, and garnish with green onions and lime wedges.
  • Serve: Optional – serve over rice or in sandwich buns for a meal.

Notes

For a low-carb version, skip the rice and use lettuce wraps.
Add chili flakes or sriracha to the marinade for heat.
You can also bake the chicken at 400°F for 20–25 minutes and broil to char.
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