Description
This tropical-inspired chicken stack features juicy grilled Huli Huli chicken, pineapple, jasmine rice, and crunchy veggies for a colorful, flavor-packed meal.
Ingredients
For the Marinade & Chicken:
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
½ cup pineapple juice
½ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp sriracha or chili flakes (optional)
For the Stack Layers:
3 cups cooked jasmine rice (or coconut rice)
1 fresh pineapple, sliced into rings (or canned pineapple slices)
1 cup shredded red cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
2 green onions, chopped
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
1. Marinate Chicken:
In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and sriracha.
Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.
2. Cook Chicken:
Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
Grill or sear chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F / 74°C internal temperature).
Baste with remaining marinade during cooking for extra flavor.
3. Grill Pineapple:
Grill pineapple slices for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized and slightly charred. Set aside.
4. Assemble the Stack:
Layer a scoop of warm jasmine or coconut rice on a plate.
Add sliced grilled chicken on top.
Place a grilled pineapple ring over the chicken.
Top with shredded cabbage, sliced cucumber, green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.
5. Serve:
Drizzle with extra marinade (boiled first if using as sauce) or a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve warm.
Notes
Coconut rice adds a rich tropical twist to the stack.
You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs for a leaner version.
For meal prep, store components separately and assemble fresh.
Great for grilling season, parties, or island-inspired weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Grilled, Tropical Recipes
- Method: Grilling, Marinating, Layering
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, Asian-Inspired, Fusion
