Best 6 Mommys Polynesian Chicken Recipes
Indulge in a delightful Polynesian culinary journey with Mommy's Polynesian Chicken, a tantalizing blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This dish transports you to the sun-kissed islands of the Pacific, where tropical breezes carry the aroma of grilled chicken basted in a luscious Polynesian sauce. The chicken is marinated in a vibrant blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and spices, infusing it with an explosion of flavors. Accompanying the chicken are two delectable side dishes: a refreshing pineapple coleslaw and a tropical fruit salad. The coleslaw offers a crisp and tangy contrast to the savory chicken, while the fruit salad bursts with the vibrant colors and flavors of pineapple, mango, kiwi, and grapes. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
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POLYNESIAN PEACH CHICKEN
This is a delicious, fairly quick, attractive main dish. Serve over rice.
Provided by Bill Thompson
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the flour in a plastic bag with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the chicken pieces, and toss to coat evenly with flour. Heat the corn oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Shake the excess flour from the chicken pieces, and place into the hot oil. Cook until browned on all sides turning occasionally, about 15 minutes. Pour in the water, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, stir in the onion and green bell pepper. Cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone, and the onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Pour 2 tablespoons of the reserved peach juice into a small bowl, and set aside. Pour the remaining peach juice into the pot along with the soy sauce and vinegar; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Dissolve the cornstarch in the reserved peach juice, and stir into the boiling sauce. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens and is no longer cloudy, about 1 minute. Stir in the peach halves and chopped tomatoes. Cook and stir until the peaches are hot and the tomatoes are beginning to fall apart, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 449.3 mg, Sugar 11.9 g
POLYNESIAN CHICKEN
This recipe is absolutely delicious. It is very summery recipe since you can grill and enjoy a nice summer afternoon. I got this recipe from the Publix Family Style Magazine Summer 2010 edition. I have made the recipe once and cant wait to make it again. It is very good and can be made pretty quickly!
Provided by anadabest
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For the sauce, in a small saucepan combine pineapple juice, honey, mustard, soy sauce, cornstarch and garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 1 more minute. Remove from heat. Transfer half of the sauce to a bowl; cover and set aside.
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. For charcoal grill arrange medium-hot coals around drip pan. Test for medium heat above the pan. Place chicken on grill rack over drip pan. Cover; grill until chicken is no longer pink or 165 degrees Farenheit, brushing frequently with remaining sauce during the last 5 minutes of grilling. (For gas grill preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Adjust for indirect cooking. Grill as above.).
- Note: If you do not have cornstarch on hand, you can substitute with 3 Tsp of all purpose flour.
POLYNESIAN CHICKEN
Seasoned with ginger, almonds and colorful fruit, this chicken is a special main dish for a crowd. I dreamed up this economical recipe one day when chicken thighs were on sale. I served it to guests and they loved it.-Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. in a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches; drain. Place in two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes., In a large saucepan, bring orange juice, pineapple juice and ginger to a boil. Pour over chicken. top with pineapple, oranges and almonds. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
MOMMY'S POLYNESIAN CHICKEN
Categories Poultry
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all above ingredients and dip chicken pieces in same. Bake at 350.
POLYNESIAN PULLED CHICKEN
I love the aroma of pork as it cooks but don't eat pork, so I make a pulled chicken with coconut and pineapple for a Polynesian twist. -Becky Walch, Manteca, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove chicken; cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices. Cook, covered, on high 15-20 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Shred chicken with two forks. Return to slow cooker; heat through., Serve with buns and, if desired, sprinkle with cilantro. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve on buns. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
HAWAIIAN CHICKEN
This is a recipe that has been a family favorite for decades. My aunt gave it to my mom when she asked for it, I don't know where my aunt got this recipe. We would serve this on top of some white rice.
Provided by Raincloud_specialty
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Place chicken in baking dish.
- Melt butter in large skillet on low heat.
- Mix corn starch and hot water in glass or small bowl until well blended; set aside.
- Add excess pineapple juice from can of pineapple chunks.
- Sprinkle pineapple chunks over chicken.
- Mix brown sugar, salt, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, and chili powder in skillet until well blended.
- Turn skillet to medium heat and let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in ketchup and soy sauce.
- Stir in corn starch mixture and blend well, sauce will become very thick.
- Let simmer 2-3 more minutes.
- Pour sauce over chicken and pineapple chunks.
- Bake chicken for 50-60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked completely through.
- Remove with caution, pan may be heavy and it will be hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.7, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 66.7, Sodium 720.8, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 17.2, Protein 15.8
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly and doesn't overcrowd the pan.
- Cut the chicken into uniform pieces: This will help them to cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you do, the chicken will steam instead of fry and won't get crispy.
- Cook the chicken in batches if necessary: If you have a lot of chicken to cook, cook it in batches so that you don't overcrowd the pan.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken: The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Make sure the sauce is thickened before serving: If the sauce is too thin, it will run off the chicken and won't be as flavorful.
Conclusion:
This Polynesian chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. Serve it over rice or noodles, or with a side of vegetables.
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