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Hawaiian Chicken with Coconut Rice Recipe

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  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A tropical-inspired dish featuring tender Hawaiian-style chicken served with fragrant coconut rice, perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Chopped green onions (for garnish)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Mix well.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  3. In a saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  4. While rice is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade and cook in the skillet for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and caramelized.
  6. If desired, pour remaining marinade into a small saucepan, bring to a boil, and stir in cornstarch mixed with water to thicken into a glaze.
  7. Serve chicken over coconut rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use chicken breast if preferred, but thighs provide more flavor and tenderness.
  • Canned coconut milk gives the best creamy texture to the rice.
  • Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
  • Add a dash of chili flakes for a spicy kick.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg