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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Experience a vibrant and delicious meal with the Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack featuring smoky turkey bacon, tender grilled chicken glazed with a luscious natural gelling agent-based sauce, juicy grilled pineapple, and fluffy jasmine rice. This layered dish brings together fresh tropical flavors and a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Glaze

  • 4 chicken thighs, skin-on
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1/2 cup grape juice
  • 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent

Stack Components

  • 8 slices smoky turkey bacon
  • 8 pineapple slices
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • Optional: plant-based cheese slices
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Huli Huli Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine minced fresh ginger, garlic, brown sugar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), grape juice, and the natural gelling agent. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that will perfectly coat the chicken.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Marinate the chicken thighs in half of the prepared glaze for 20 minutes. Then grill or pan-sear them until caramelized and fully cooked, basting continuously with the remaining glaze to build sticky layers of rich flavor.
  3. Crisp the Turkey Bacon: While the chicken cooks, pan-fry the smoky turkey bacon until crispy yet still slightly pliable. Drain on paper towels to remove excess fat and set aside.
  4. Grill the Pineapple: Lightly char the pineapple slices on a grill or non-stick pan, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes per side to enhance sweetness and develop attractive grill marks.
  5. Assemble the Stack: Begin with a layer of fluffy cooked jasmine rice as the base. Add a slice of grilled pineapple on top, followed by a seared chicken thigh, then a strip of crispy turkey bacon, and an optional layer of plant-based cheese. Repeat layers as desired and finish with a drizzle of extra glaze. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum flavor and juiciness.
  • Allow the natural gelling agent to thicken the glaze fully for a perfect sticky finish.
  • Grill pineapple gently on medium heat to avoid burning while achieving caramelization.
  • Use a wide spatula to transfer stacks carefully without breaking layers.
  • Let the assembled stack rest a few minutes to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Grilling and Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stack
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Huli Huli chicken, Hawaiian chicken stack, grilled chicken, turkey bacon, tropical chicken recipe, gluten free chicken dish

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/hawaiian-huli-huli-chicken-stack/