Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the tropics, where vibrant flavors and succulent chicken take center stage. This recipe collection presents a delightful array of Breast of Chicken Tropicale dishes, each bursting with exotic flavors inspired by the Caribbean and Latin American cuisine. From the tangy and aromatic Citrus-Herb Chicken to the savory and spicy Chipotle Chicken, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will transport you to a tropical paradise. Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Coconut-Lime Chicken, or savor the smoky and sweet Grilled Pineapple Chicken. With options ranging from pan-seared to grilled and baked, this collection caters to diverse cooking preferences and guarantees a tantalizing experience with every bite. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.
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TROPICAL CHICKEN
This hearty, colorful dish makes a convenient all-in-one meal. I serve it often, and my family never seems to get tired of it. They like the way the sweetness of the pineapple in this recipe balances the garlic and hot pepper. -Leah Johnson, Pearl City, Hawaii
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons oil; remove and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, pineapple, water chestnuts, pineapple juice, hot pepper, salt and pepper. , Return chicken to the pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Add peas and chives; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until peas are tender and chicken juices run clear. Thicken pan juices if desired. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, gently stirring and adding a little broth or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
JAMAICA-ME-CRAZY CHICKEN TROPICALE
"I taste the sauce about 30 minutes before the chicken is done and adjust the seasonings to taste. You can thicken it with a tablespoon of cornstarch, if you wish." -Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add water chestnuts and cranberries. Drain pineapple, reserving juice; add pineapple to slow cooker. Top with chicken. Sprinkle jerk seasoning over chicken., Combine the onion, ginger, Worcestershire sauce, lime zest, cumin seeds and reserved juice. Pour over the chicken. Top with thyme sprigs., Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 170° and vegetables are tender, 5-6 hours. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 619mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
BREAST OF CHICKEN TROPICALE
Make and share this Breast of Chicken Tropicale recipe from Food.com.
Provided by loof751
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Saute in 4 tablespoons butter until slightly brown. Cover and cook 25-30 minutes or until done, turning occasionally.
- While chicken is cooking, cook noodles and drain well. Mix with 2 tablespoons butter and salt and pepper to taste.
- Whip the heavy cream.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan and blend in flour. Add milk and pineapple juice and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Add a little of the sauce mixture to the egg yolks; return all to saucepan and stir well.
- Fold in whipped cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- When chicken is done, place noodles in a 13x9 broiler-safe baking pan. Top with chicken and cover to keep warm.
- Cook mushrooms and onion in the butter remaining in the skillet used to cook the chicken. Add parsley and bread crumbs. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Place a pineapple slice on each chicken breast and top with a mound of the mushroom mixture. Pour the pineapple sauce over all and sprinkle with grated Parmesan. Brown under the broiler.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 981.4, Fat 53.2, SaturatedFat 30.1, Cholesterol 342.7, Sodium 669.1, Carbohydrate 79, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 13.3, Protein 49.1
TROPICAL ISLAND CHICKEN
The marinade makes a savory statement in this all-time-favorite chicken recipe that I served at our son's pirate-themed birthday party. It smelled so good on the grill that guests could hardly wait to try a piece! -Sharon Hanson, Franklin, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine first 10 ingredients. Set aside 1/3 cup for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place chicken over drip pan; grill, covered, over indirect medium heat 45-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, turning and basting frequently with reserved marinade during the last 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.
TANGY TROPICAL CHICKEN
In this colorful dish, exotic fruits such as mango and pineapple beautifully complement the chicken and lend a pleasant hint of sweetness that's balanced by a bit of soy sauce. -Christina Aho, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with mangoes, onion, red pepper and garlic. In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, orange juice, soy sauce, chili sauce and pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours., Remove chicken mixture to a serving platter; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan. Bring juices to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with chicken mixture, rice and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 760mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
SAZóN CHICKEN BREASTS
This stovetop method of cooking chicken breasts in a sazón-heavy marinade produces juicy, fragrant, well-seasoned meat. It definitely stands up as a main course, but leftovers make for great additions to salads and tacos. The breasts benefit from an overnight marinade, which will make the meat juicier and more flavorful, but the dish can come together in 45 minutes if you're short on time. This recipe also works great with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Because they're often thinner and fattier, they may cook a little more quickly than breasts.
Provided by Von Diaz
Categories dinner, poultry, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small food processor, combine the garlic, orange juice, olive oil, sazón, salt and pepper; pulse until it forms a creamy marinade. (Alternately, you can finely mince the garlic, then combine it with the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a fork.)
- Pat the chicken breasts dry, then transfer them to a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade on top, close, shake, then gently massage the seasoning into the meat. Let sit on the counter for at least 10 minutes. (Chicken can also be marinated overnight then set out to come to room temperature before cooking.)
- Heat a large nonstick wok or deep skillet over medium-high. Add marinated chicken breasts, one by one, and pour over about half the marinade. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes, flipping frequently with tongs and being careful not to let them get too dark too fast. Reduce heat to low and cook for another 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the breast, flipping often to ensure meat is cooked through. Thinner chicken breasts will take less time to cook, so monitor the color and texture of your meat as it cooks. Check doneness by pressing the center with your tongs. If the center is still squishy, continue to cook until meat has a bit of resistance (though not rock hard), and registers 165 degrees on a meat thermometer.
- Let rest in the pan off-heat for a few minutes. Serve, pouring over any remaining pan juices if desired.
TROPICAL GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST
Living in South Florida, I get to enjoy a diverse culture, from all the Latin and Caribbean influence down here. Friends and family all enjoy this simple recipe, hope you do to . . .
Provided by DOLPHINROB13
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 47m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey, and red pepper flakes in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Top with cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 85.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
TROPICAL CHICKEN BREASTS
From Home Cooking, July/August 2005, came the original of this recipe. I've changed it slightly & serve is over brown rice with peas for a complete meal.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F, & spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cut each breast into 3 or 4 pieces & arrange them on the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ginger, paprika, onion powder & garlic salt, then add the Worcestershire sauce & mix well.
- Set aside 1/2 of this mixture, & brush the rest of it over the chicken pieces.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the chicken pieces over & baste with the remaining 1/2 of the sauce.
- Bake an additional 15 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, soy sauce, pineapple & brown sugar, then carefully spoon this mixture over the baked chicken.
- Bake an additional 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.7, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 51.3, Sodium 940.1, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 24.6, Protein 22.4
Tips:
- To achieve a crispy and flavorful crust on your chicken, ensure that the chicken breasts are dry before dredging them in the breadcrumb mixture. Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- For a zesty and tangy marinade, combine lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and spices in a bowl. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, for deeper flavor penetration.
- To create a golden brown and evenly cooked chicken, use a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for approximately 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
- For a flavorful and aromatic sauce, combine pineapple chunks, orange juice, chicken broth, and spices in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes to develop a rich and tangy sauce.
- To assemble the dish, place the cooked chicken breasts on a bed of rice and top with the pineapple sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the provided recipes offer a delightful culinary journey with a tropical twist. The flavorful combination of marinated chicken, tangy pineapple sauce, and aromatic spices creates a harmonious balance of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds. By following the tips and techniques outlined above, you can recreate these dishes with ease and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and exotic aromas of these tropical chicken recipes that are sure to transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite.
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