Pilgrim Diner Hawaiian Chicken
Get ready to bring tropical flavors to your table with Pilgrim Diner Hawaiian Chicken, a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and tangy goodness! Juicy boneless chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious sauce made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Grilled pineapple rings add a hint of caramelized sweetness, while a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds provides a fresh, flavorful finish. This easy 40-minute recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite sides. Whether you're craving a taste of the islands or seeking a memorable dish for entertaining, this Hawaiian chicken recipe is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 rings Canned pineapple rings (reserve juice)
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and allow it to heat up.
Sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the skillet while stirring continuously to thicken the sauce.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is simmering, grill or lightly pan-fry the pineapple rings for 1-2 minutes on each side until caramelized and slightly charred.
Once the chicken is done, serve each breast topped with two pineapple rings and a generous drizzle of the sauce.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.8 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 1710 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.2 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.5 g | ||
| Protein | 218.7 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2215 mg | 47% | |
*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.
