Description
Hawaiian Chicken with Coconut Rice is a vibrant tropical dish featuring sweet and savory marinated chicken served with creamy coconut rice. It’s a flavorful and satisfying meal, perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (or basmati rice)
- 1 1/2 cups coconut milk (full-fat or light)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- For the Hawaiian Chicken: Marinate the chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours. Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before slicing.
- For the Coconut Rice: Prepare the rice: Rinse rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil. Simmer: Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff the rice and optionally stir in shredded coconut.
- To Serve: Plate the rice, top with sliced Hawaiian chicken, garnish with fresh cilantro and shredded coconut.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
- For a spicy version, add jalapeños to the marinade.
- Pineapple salsa can be added for extra freshness.
- Gluten-free option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
