Polynesian Pineapple Fried Chicken
Polynesian Pineapple Fried Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the savory goodness of fried chicken. This dish is a perfect representation of Polynesian cuisine, known for its use of fresh and tropical ingredients.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, in a separate bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch.
- Pour the pineapple juice mixture into the skillet with the chicken. Add the pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is coated.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Shallow dish Large skillet Whisk Serving platter
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Polynesian Pineapple Fried Chicken with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For an extra burst of flavor, marinate the chicken in pineapple juice and soy sauce for 30 minutes before dredging in the seasoned flour.
Cost
$15