Best 2 South Seas Chicken And Bananas Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the South Seas with our delightful Chicken and Bananas dish. Marinated in a luscious blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and spices, the chicken is grilled to perfection, delivering tender, juicy meat infused with a sweet and savory symphony. Sliced bananas are then sautéed with butter and brown sugar, caramelizing their natural sweetness and adding a luscious textural contrast to the succulent chicken. Served over a bed of fluffy rice, this dish is a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors, transporting you to the idyllic shores of the South Seas with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN AND BANANAS



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Your taste buds get a tropical vacation when you prepare a platter of this chicken! My father-in-law loves coconut, so this dish is one of his favorites. Whenever I serve this for dinner, everyone raves over it. - Wendy Smith, Eagleville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup lemon juice
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup milk
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
6 very firm bananas, halved lengthwise
3 cups cornflakes crumbs
5 to 6 pounds chicken pieces
3/4 cup butter, melted, divided
Sliced kiwifruit and starfruit, optional

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, blend the lemon juice, condensed milk, milk, coconut and cardamom until smooth. Pour into a bowl. Dip bananas into milk mixture; roll in cornflakes and set aside. , Dip chicken into remaining milk mixture; roll in remaining cornflakes and place in two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. Drizzle with 1/2 cup of the melted butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. , Arrange bananas over the chicken. Drizzle with remaining butter. Bake 15 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear. Garnish with kiwi and starfruit if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 856 calories, Fat 42g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 174mg cholesterol, Sodium 592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 79g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

SOUTH SEAS CHICKEN AND BANANAS



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Do you love tropical flavors such as coconut, lemon, banana, kiwi and the spice Cardamom? Well, you will certainly enjoy this dish if you do. It is a very unique dish and the flavor of Cardamom is throughout the dish. I love the unique taste of cardamom and coconut along with the crunch of the cornflakes in this dish. This is...

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 c lemon juice
1 can(s) (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/3 c milk
1/2 c flaked coconut
1/8 tsp ground cardamom (i used 1/4 tsp)
6 medium very firm bananas, halved lengthwise (i used just 3)
3 c cornflake crumbs
5 to 6 lb chicken pieces (i used chicken breasts cut up)
3/4 c butter or margarine, melted, divided
sliced kiwifruit and starfruit, optional

Steps:

  • 1. In a food processor or blender, blend the lemon juice, condensed milk, milk, coconut and cardamom until smooth. Pour into a bowl.
  • 2. Dip bananas into milk mixture; roll in cornflakes and set aside.
  • 3. Dip chicken into remaining milk mixture; roll in the remaining cornflakes and place in two greased 13-in. X 2-in. baking pans.
  • 4. Drizzle with 1/2 cup of the melted butter. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degress for 1 hour [or less if it is chicken breasts]. Arrange bananas over the chicken. Drizzle with remaining butter. Bake 15 minutes (I just baked it for 10 more minutes)longer or until chicken juices run clear.
  • 5. Garnish with Kiwi and Starfruit if desired. (I laid my sliced kiwifruit on to toasted coconut) Yields 6-8 servings.
  • 6. Inside the baked banana. Note: Only make enough bananas for those who are eating. They do not make for a good reheat and will need to be tossed. But the chicken is fine to reheat.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter they will be. This will give your dish a more intense flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts can dry out quickly, so be careful not to overcook them. Cook them until they are just cooked through, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade will help to infuse the chicken with flavor. Be sure to use a marinade that you like the taste of.
  • Grill or pan-fry the chicken: You can either grill or pan-fry the chicken breasts. If you are grilling them, be sure to preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If you are pan-frying them, use a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, vegetables, or salad.

Conclusion:

South Seas Chicken and Bananas is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the bananas are sweet and caramelized, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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