Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Stack, featuring tender grilled chicken layered with caramelized pineapple rings and crispy smoked turkey bacon, all drizzled with a tangy natural sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar. This dish combines sweet, smoky, and savory elements in every bite, perfect for family dinners or special occasions with customizable options for various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (natural)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (natural extract)
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger (natural extract)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Other Components
- 4 grilled pineapple rings (fresh)
- 6 strips smoked turkey bacon
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Additional olive oil for grilling
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the natural sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, brown sugar (natural), minced garlic (natural extract), grated ginger (natural extract), and olive oil. This creates the signature tangy and sweet Huli Huli natural sauce base.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour half of the natural sauce over them. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors fully.
- Grill the pineapple and chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan and lightly brush the grates with olive oil. Grill the pineapple rings until caramelized on both sides. Grill the marinated chicken breasts until cooked through and juicy, brushing with the remaining natural sauce while cooking.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon: In a pan over medium heat, cook the smoked turkey bacon strips until crispy, adding a smoky crunch to the dish.
- Assemble the stacks: Begin with a grilled chicken breast as the base layer, then add a pineapple ring, followed by a strip of smoked turkey bacon. Repeat layers if desired. Drizzle additional natural sauce on top and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Marinate chicken up to 4 hours for deeper flavor and juiciness.
- Use fresh pineapple for better caramelization and sweetness.
- Maintain high grill heat to achieve nice char marks and retain moisture.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon slowly over medium heat to prevent burning.
- Brush natural sauce frequently during grilling to layer flavors and keep ingredients moist.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Huli Huli chicken, grilled chicken, pineapple, smoked turkey bacon, Hawaiian recipe, natural sauce, gluten free
