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Chicken and Pineapple Casserole

Cultural Context

Chicken and Pineapple Casserole is a beloved dish in Spain, often enjoyed during family gatherings. The combination of savory chicken and sweet pineapple reflects the Spanish affinity for blending flavors. This casserole showcases the resourcefulness of home cooks, transforming simple ingredients into a comforting meal. Today, variations exist worldwide, adapting to local tastes while maintaining the core elements of the dish.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3 large potatoes
2 chicken fillets
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1 onion
1 tomato
6 pineapple pieces
5 ounces soft cheese
fresh arugula leaves
1 avocado
5 ounces edamame soybeans
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

cream of mushroom soup

🥗Healthier: homemade mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: canned cream of chicken soup

Homemade sauce reduces preservatives and can be lower in calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still providing creaminess.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more economical.

pineapple chunks

🥗Healthier: fresh pineapple

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Fresh pineapple has more nutrients, while canned is often cheaper.

1

Peel and slice 3 large potatoes into thin rounds.

2

Use olive oil to grease a baking dish.

3

Arrange the sliced potatoes evenly in the greased baking dish, creating a single layer.

4

Sprinkle the potatoes lightly with salt for seasoning.

5

Cut 2 chicken fillets into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.

6

Add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, and grated 3 cloves of garlic to the bowl with chicken.

7

Season with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of oregano.

8

Mix everything well to coat the chicken evenly.

9

Spread the seasoned chicken cubes evenly over the layer of potatoes in the baking dish, creating a second layer.

10

Slice 1 onion into half rings and arrange them on top of the chicken layer.

11

Finely chop 1 tomato and sprinkle it over the onions.

12

Take 6 pineapple pieces from the can and evenly distribute them on top of the casserole.

13

Grate 5 ounces of soft cheese and sprinkle it generously over the casserole.

14

Cover the casserole dish with a sheet of wet parchment paper.

15

Preheat the oven to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees Celsius).

16

Bake the casserole for approximately 1 hour until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Pollo con PiñaCazuela de Pollo y Piña
Local Name: Cazuela de pollo y piña

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