Hawaiian Haystacks
Embark on a delicious culinary journey with Hawaiian Haystacks, a crowd-pleasing, family-friendly dish where comfort meets creativity. This versatile recipe begins with a warm, hearty base of fluffy white or brown rice topped with tender shredded chicken smothered in a rich, velvety homemade gravy. The real magic lies in the toppings—a colorful array of shredded cheddar cheese, juicy pineapple tidbits, fresh green onions, diced tomatoes, crispy chow mein noodles, savory olives, and a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a tropical twist. Quick to prepare with a total time of under an hour, this customizable meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Elevate your dining experience with Hawaiian Haystacks—the ultimate combination of savory and sweet flavors piled high on your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups white or brown rice
- 1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits
- 0.5 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup sliced olives
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup crispy chow mein noodles
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds
Instructions
Cook the rice according to package instructions. This usually takes about 20 minutes. Set aside when done.
In a large pot, bring a few cups of water to a boil. Add the chicken breast and simmer until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken, about 5 minutes.
Season the gravy with salt and black pepper. Stir in the shredded chicken until well incorporated.
To assemble, start with a base of cooked rice on each plate. Top with the chicken gravy.
Let everyone customize their Hawaiian Haystacks by adding toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, pineapple tidbits, green onions, diced tomatoes, sliced olives, shredded coconut, crispy chow mein noodles, and slivered almonds.
Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful, customizable meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.4 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.3 g | 426% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 627 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 7489 mg | 326% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 323.0 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.6 g | ||
| Protein | 233.8 g | 468% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1730 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 4311 mg | 92% | |
*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.
