Easy Chicken Luau
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this flavorful and *Easy Chicken Luau* recipe! Made with tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered in a creamy coconut milk broth, this dish is infused with savory soy sauce, a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, and aromatic garlic and onion. Frozen spinach adds a vibrant green twist, while a quick cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to perfection. Ready in just 50 minutes, this Hawaiian-inspired dish is simple to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it over steamed rice for a comforting, island-style meal that’s sure to impress your family and guests. Perfect for anyone craving a taste of the tropics at home, this one-pot wonder is as easy to cook as it is satisfying to eat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 pound frozen spinach
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken thighs to the pot and brown them on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Pour in the chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and sprinkle in the brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 20 minutes, add the frozen spinach to the pot. Stir well to incorporate and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the spinach is fully heated through and the chicken is tender.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the pot to thicken the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Serve the Chicken Luau hot over steamed rice, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 3889 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.8 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 197.8 g | 396% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 645 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 5107 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
