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Chicken Hawaii Pineapple

Cultural Context

Originating from the fusion of Hawaiian and American cuisines, Chicken Hawaii Pineapple reflects the tropical flavors of Hawaii. The dish combines the sweetness of pineapple with savory grilled chicken, often enjoyed at luaus and summer barbecues. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Hawaii, becoming a favorite at backyard gatherings across the globe.

HawaiianSRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken thigh fillet strips
1 tablespoon fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup tomato puree
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup brown cane sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons wok oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon coriander seed
1 cup basmati rice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a high smoke point.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: turkey breast

Chicken thighs are juicier and often less expensive.

1

In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown cane sugar, fresh ginger, garlic, and vinegar to create a marinade.

2

Add chicken thigh fillet strips to the marinade and coat well; let sit for 30 minutes.

3

Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade.

4

Heat wok oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

5

Stir-fry chicken for about 6-7 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.

6

Add tomato puree and stir until well combined.

7

Add pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

8

Serve chicken and pineapple mixture over cooked basmati rice, garnished with black pepper and coriander seed.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlpanspatulacutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-freedairy-freenut-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Hawaiian ChickenPineapple Chicken

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