Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack
Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack is a vibrant culinary adventure that brings the flavors of the tropics right to your kitchen. This delicious dish features juicy grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and savory blend of pineapple, soy sauce, and spices, all topped with a tangy glaze. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, it’s a meal that brings family together as you savor each delightful bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 1/2 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and black pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
- 2. Prepare Your Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and clean grates.
- 3. Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid. Grill for about 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 4. Make the Glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix ketchup and rice vinegar; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- 5. Assemble Your Stack: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve on grilled pineapple slices and drizzle with glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg