Hawaiian-Style Chicken
Hawaiian-Style Chicken offers a delightful combination of crispy browned chicken with a sweet and savory vegetable sauce infused with pineapple. Perfect for a family dinner or casual gathering, it pairs well with rice or noodles and delivers a tropical flavor twist to your meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine flour, salt, and pepper; dredge chicken pieces in the mixture.
- Heat salad oil in a large skillet; add chicken and brown well on both sides.
- Turn chicken skin side up and add water to the skillet.
- Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Place cooked chicken on a platter and keep warm.
- Add the Hawaiian-style vegetable with pineapple and seasoned sauce to the skillet.
- Bring to a full boil over medium heat, separating vegetables with a fork.
- Stir until sauce cubes are blended and sauce is smooth.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Stir in catsup and serve the sauce over the chicken.
Tips & Substitutions
For a crispy coating, ensure that the chicken is well dredged in the flour mixture. If you don't have salad oil, vegetable oil works as a great substitute. You can also add your favorite spices to the flour mixture for extra flavor. For a twist, try adding some crushed pineapple to the sauce for more sweetness, similar to other chicken recipes like Pupu Korean.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Hawaiian-style chicken over a bed of rice or alongside a fresh green salad for a complete meal. It pairs wonderfully with grilled vegetables or a tropical fruit salad. For a fun twist, serve it with a side of Low-Fat Carrot And Zucchini Bisque, which complements the flavors nicely.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover Hawaiian-style chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the chicken in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water to prevent drying out, or microwave in short intervals until warmed through. This ensures the chicken stays moist.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Hawaiian-Style Chicken contains roughly 224 calories, with 7g protein, 49g carbohydrates, and 2g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (204% of the Daily Value), iron (70% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (54% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2566mg per serving (112% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use boneless chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use boneless chicken pieces, but adjust the cooking time to ensure they are fully cooked through. Boneless pieces may take less time to simmer, so check for doneness after about 20 minutes.
What can I use if I can't find Hawaiian-style vegetables?
If you can't find the specific Hawaiian-style vegetable package, you can use a mix of your favorite stir-fry vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas, and add some pineapple chunks for that tropical flavor.
Is there a vegetarian option for this dish?
Absolutely! You can substitute chicken with firm tofu or tempeh. Dredge the tofu in the flour mixture and follow the same cooking instructions. This way, you can enjoy a delicious vegetarian version of this Hawaiian-style dish.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).