Best 7 Tropical Glazed Chicken Strips Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Tropical Glazed Chicken Strips, an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender and juicy chicken strips coated in a vibrant and tangy glaze, combining the sweetness of pineapple, the zestiness of orange, and the subtle warmth of ginger. Served alongside a refreshing pineapple salsa and a creamy avocado dipping sauce, this recipe promises a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a tropical adventure with every bite!

In addition to the main recipe, this article offers a collection of complementary recipes that elevate your dining experience. Discover the vibrant Pineapple Salsa, a medley of fresh pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno, adding a burst of freshness and tang to the chicken strips. The creamy Avocado Dipping Sauce, made with ripe avocados, sour cream, lime juice, and a touch of garlic and cumin, provides a cooling and flavorful accompaniment. And for a complete meal, explore the delicious Cilantro Lime Rice recipe, a fluffy and aromatic side dish that perfectly complements the tropical flavors of the main course.

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

ISLAND GLAZED CHICKEN AND COCONUT RICE



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This Island Glazed Chicken and Coconut Rice is a sweet and spicy tropical-inspired dish that will make you feel as though you're taking a mini vacation in the sunshine with every bite.

Provided by Tiffany

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (OR 4-6 bone-in chicken thighs)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup water
3 teaspoons sugar
juice of 1 lime
sliced or chopped pineapple, cilantro, lime wedges for garnish (optional)
⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons corn starch + 4 tablespoons cold water
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper (1/4 teaspoon if using finely ground pepper)

Steps:

  • Stir together rub ingredients. Rub seasonings all over chicken.
  • In a large skillet or pot (one that has a lid) over medium heat, add butter and honey.
  • When butter is almost melted, give it a good stir to coat the pan, and add chicken to the pan. Brown 2-3 minutes on each side, then transfer to a plate. (Chicken won't be cooked through at this point)
  • Add rice to the pan, stir in coconut milk, water, sugar, and lime juice. Add chicken back to the pan so it is sitting on top of the rice.
  • Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes until liquid is absorbed, rice is tender, and chicken is cooked through. While chicken and rice is cooking, prepare the glaze.
  • In a medium sauce pan combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sriracha, and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir together corn starch and water until dissolved, then stir in to sauce pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until glaze thickens.
  • Once chicken and rice are cooked, spoon glaze over chicken. Garnish with chopped pineapple, cilantro and lime wedges if desired and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 kcal, Carbohydrate 72 g, Protein 54 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 2254 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TROPICAL GLAZED CHICKEN STRIPS



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I'm a nut for new chicken ideas and this one is good! Serve over rice mixed with some oriental vegetables and it's a great meal with just a little prep time.

Provided by pies and cakes and

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 strips, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips an inch wide)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup pineapple-orange juice concentrate
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a big skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to a baking dish. Back in the skillet, combine juice concentrate, butter, ginger and soy sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Spoon over chicken and bake for 25 minutes basting once or twice until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.1, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 98.9, Sodium 242.3, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 27.6

TANGY TROPICAL CHICKEN



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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

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
2 cups chopped peeled mangoes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons Thai chili sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
Hot cooked rice and thinly sliced green onions

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.

HONEY GLAZED CHICKEN



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I received this recipe from a friend of mine and have used this for years. My family requests this one often. It's a light meal that everyone will enjoy. Serve with steamed rice.

Provided by jbrink1

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken in hot oil until lightly brown, about 5 minutes. Pour honey mixture into skillet and continue to cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 481.2 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

TROPICAL CHICKEN



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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

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3 cups fresh or canned pineapple chunks
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 hot red pepper (4-1/2 to 5 inches), seeded and chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound fresh snow peas
1 tablespoon minced chives
Hot cooked rice

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.

TROPICAL GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST



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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

½ cup orange juice
½ lime, juiced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

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 GLAZED CHICKEN - SOUTH BEACH



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Pineapple juice and honey paired with a hint of mustard and red pepper give this dish a delightful sweet-and-spicy punch. You can make the glaze ahead, making this an easy dish for a busy weeknight. This is a Phase 3 recipe. This came from The South Beach Diet Cookbook. I have not tried this recipe.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Chicken

Time 34m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons pineapple juice concentrate, thawed
1 tablespoon coarse grain Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1 dash ground red pepper
1 tablespoon honey
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until it is reduced to 1/4 cup. Add the juice, mustard, garlic, sage, mustard powder, red pepper, honey. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Coat a grill rack with cooking spray. Preheat the grill for 10 minutes on medium-high.
  • Grill the chicken for 4 minutes. Turn and grill for 1 minute longer. Brush with the pineapple-mustard glaze. Grill for 4 minutes longer, brushing with the glaze, until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 170 and the juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.6, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 361.7, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 10.3, Protein 25.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe pineapple. This will give your glaze a brighter flavor and more vibrant color.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts are best when cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make sure the glaze is thick enough to coat the chicken. If the glaze is too thin, it will run off the chicken and won't caramelize properly.
  • Serve the chicken immediately. This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Tropical glazed chicken strips are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tangy glaze gives the chicken a wonderful flavor, and the crispy breading adds a nice crunch. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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