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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack 🍍🍗
Bring the flavors of Hawaii to your plate with this sweet, smoky, and tangy grilled chicken stack, layered with caramelized pineapple, crispy slaw, and a creamy drizzle. Perfect for summer BBQs or a tropical-inspired dinner!
Ingredients
Huli Huli Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
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½ cup Huli Huli sauce (see recipe below, or use store-bought)
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1 tbsp oil (for grilling)
Huli Huli Sauce (Homemade):
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½ cup pineapple juice
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¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for GF)
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¼ cup ketchup
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3 tbsp brown sugar
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp sesame oil
Stack Layers:
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4 pineapple rings (fresh or grilled)
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2 cups shredded purple cabbage & carrot slaw
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1 avocado, sliced
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¼ cup cilantro, chopped
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Sriracha mayo (mix 2 tbsp mayo + 1 tsp sriracha)
For Serving:
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Steamed rice or Hawaiian sweet rolls
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate & Grill Chicken
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Whisk all Huli Huli sauce ingredients in a bowl. Reserve ¼ cup for basting.
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Marinate chicken in remaining sauce for 30 mins (or overnight for deeper flavor).
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Grill chicken on medium-high for 5-6 mins per side, basting frequently, until caramelized and cooked through.
2️⃣ Grill Pineapple
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Lightly brush pineapple rings with oil and grill 2 mins per side until charred.
3️⃣ Assemble the Stack
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Base: Rice or bun
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Layer 1: Grilled pineapple
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Layer 2: Sliced Huli Huli chicken
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Layer 3: Avocado + slaw
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Drizzle: Sriracha mayo + extra sauce
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Garnish: Cilantro + sesame seeds
🌟 Pro Tips
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No grill? Use a grill pan or broiler.
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Extra smoky flavor? Add 1 tsp liquid smoke to the marinade.
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Meal prep: Double the sauce and freeze for future use.
Why You’ll Love It
✅ Sweet, tangy, smoky—Hawaii in every bite!
✅ Balanced textures—tender chicken, juicy pineapple, crunchy slaw.
✅ Customizable—add bacon, pickled onions, or mac salad.
Pair with: A mai tai or iced hibiscus tea for the full tropical vibe! 🌺
Want it spicier? Add chopped jalapeños to the slaw! 🌶️
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