COCONUT PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

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Pineapple, coconut and almonds dress up this pleasantly sweet treatment for cooked chicken. "It's a great way to serve leftover chicken," says Nyla Christensen of Rapid City, South Dakota. "Sometimes, I use turkey instead."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, divided
1 teaspoon rum extract

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set the pineapple aside. In a large skillet, combine the cornstarch, sugar, broth, lemon juice, salt and reserved juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in the chicken, green pepper, coconut, pineapple, 1/4 cup almonds and extract. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until chicken is heated through. Sprinkle with remaining almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Floricel Sanchez
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Marc Foutch
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I tried this recipe and it was just okay. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Jannie Claasen
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


ALEX Hooman
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I made this dish for my friends and they all loved it! It was the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory.


Cyprian JohnVianney
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I was a bit disappointed with this recipe. The chicken was tough and the sauce was bland.


Luboslav Ouchev
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


tomas torac
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the pineapple and coconut milk create a creamy, flavorful sauce.


Jonathan Darko Mensah
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I thought this dish was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the sauce was too sweet for my taste.


Adwoa Pretty
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors.


Black FF
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the crispy pineapple.


Siraj Quadree
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.