Easy Hawaiian Chicken Delight


Transform your dinner table into a luau feast with this sweet, savory, and sticky Hawaiian-style chicken ! Packed with tropical flavors like pineapple, coconut, and just a hint of spice, this recipe is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights or date night—your taste buds will think you’re on a beach in Maui!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for juicier meat )
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce (homemade: see recipe below )
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (or olive oil )
  • 1 small pineapple (1 cup diced, + ½ cup reserved juice )
  • 1 red bell pepper (julienned )
  • 1 small red onion (thinly sliced )

Optional Toppings:

  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sesame seeds
  • Extra pineapple chunks

Quick Teriyaki Sauce (If You’re Feeling Adventurous! 🌟)

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (or honey )
  • 2 tbsp pineapple juice (from the can )
  • 1 tbsp minced ginger
  • 1 clove garlic (minced )
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken )

Step-by-Step Recipe 🥄

1. Prep the Chicken:

  • Slice chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets (easier to cook evenly).
  • Marinate in ½ cup teriyaki sauce for 15–20 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).

2. Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear marinated chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp ).
  • Remove chicken, keep warm.

3. Make the Sauce & Veggies:

  • In the same skillet, add pineapple juice and remaining ½ cup teriyaki sauce . Simmer for 2 minutes to thicken.
  • Add diced pineapple, bell pepper, and onion. Sauté until veggies are tender (5 minutes).

4. Combine & Serve:

  • Slice chicken thinly and return to skillet. Toss in sauce and veggies.
  • Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve over jasmine rice or coconut-flavored rice for an island twist!



 

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