Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant shores of the South Pacific with our delectable Island Chicken recipe, crafted in the convenience of your crock pot. This tantalizing dish captures the essence of island flavors, blending aromatic spices with succulent chicken, tender vegetables, and the richness of coconut milk. Experience a symphony of flavors as the chicken infuses with the sweet and savory notes of pineapple, bell peppers, and onion, all harmoniously simmered in a creamy coconut sauce. Alongside this main course, discover a medley of complementary recipes that will transport you to the heart of the South Pacific. Indulge in the tropical sweetness of Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, where caramelized pineapple slices dance upon a moist sponge cake, crowned with a golden brown crust. Quench your thirst with the refreshing Pineapple Coconut Smoothie, a blend of tropical flavors that will revitalize your senses. And for a savory side dish, prepare the tangy and zesty Cucumber Salad, a refreshing complement to the richness of the Island Chicken.
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SOUTH PACIFIC ISLAND CHICKEN (FROM A CROCK POT!)
I was playing in the kitchen again and this was the creation. My hubby loves it and I can't go home to my family's house without them hounding me to make it....thank goodness it's easy!
Provided by emtpixie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine pineapple juice, orange juice, and 3 tablespoons of the ground ginger.
- Put 1/2 of the liquid in a large zipper seal bag (or split it in two bags if need be). Reserve rest of liquid in bowl or other covered container.
- Rinse chicken and pierce with a fork in several places of each breast. Place chicken in zipper bag(s)and refrigerate at least 4 hours to overnight (I prefer overnight).
- Drain the mandarin oranges and put in container with reserved liquid, cover and marinate for the same amount of time as the chicken.
- Chop peppers and onion.
- When ready to cook, place chicken in bottom of crock pot, discard the marinade. Layer the onions and peppers on chicken and salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain pineapple chunks and add fruit to crock pot. Add UNDRAINED crushed pineapple to crock pot as well as the mandarin oranges WITH the liquid.
- Set crock pot to HIGH and cook 6-8 hours, depending on when the chicken is done.
- When ready to serve cook rice according to package directions and serve chicken with sauce over the rice. ENJOY!
SLOW-COOKED SOUTHWEST CHICKEN
This dish needs just 15 minutes of prep, so you'll be out of the kitchen in no time. The delicious low-fat chicken gets even better with a garnish of reduced-fat sour cream and fresh cilantro. -Brandi Castillo, Santa Maria, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 2- or 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the beans, broth, tomatoes, chicken, salsa, corn and seasonings. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°., Shred chicken with 2 forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve over rice. If desired, serve with lime wedges and fresh cilantro. Freeze option: After shredding chicken, freeze cooled mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
ISLAND CROCK POT CHICKEN
Make and share this Island Crock Pot Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Chicken
Time 9h10m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Drain pineapple and reserve liquid.
- Put chicken parts in bottom of slow-cooker.
- Mix together pineapple syrup, chicken broth, vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce in a saucepan.
- Heat until brown sugar dissolves.
- Pour over chicken.
- Heat on high for one hour.
- Add pineapple chunks, garlic and green pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 7- 9 hours.
- Half an hour before serving mix together cornstarch and water and add to the slow-cooker.
Tips:
- To achieve the perfect balance of flavors, use a high-quality soy sauce, such as Kikkoman or Yamasa.
- If you don't have sake, you can substitute dry white wine or chicken broth.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar and honey to suit your taste preferences.
- To add a bit of spiciness, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- If you don't have a crock pot, you can also make this recipe in a slow cooker.
- Serve the chicken with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This slow cooker South Pacific Island Chicken is an easy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. The combination of soy sauce, sake, brown sugar, and honey creates a delicious marinade that infuses the chicken with flavor. Whether you serve it with rice, noodles, or vegetables, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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