Delicious Chicken Over Fried Polenta Recipe

Name: Delicious Chicken Over Fried Polenta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 boneless chicken breasts, cubed; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup honey; 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 4 cups onions, peeled halved, & sliced thinly, approx. 2 large; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 cup canola oil; 4 cups firm prepared polenta (or 2 packages of polenta from the store.)

Servings: persons

6 boneless chicken breasts, cubed
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 cups onions, peeled halved, & sliced thinly, approx. 2 large
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
4 cups firm prepared polenta (or 2 packages of polenta from the store.)

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["Cool prepared polenta in a 9x13-inch baking dish & cut into 8 2-inch squares. Or slice store bought polenta into 1/2"" slices.", "Combine cubed chicken, soy sauce, honey, cinnamon & ancho chili powder. Let marinate while you work on other steps.", "In heavy skillet, heat 2TB oil. Cook onions over medium low heat until dark brown. Season with salt & pepper.", "In another large pan, heat 1/4c oil over medium high heat until hot. Add as many polenta squares/slices as will fit comfortably. Cover to avoid splatter & let cook, checking after 5 minutes, until well browned & crispy. Turn over & repeat. Continue until all polenta is fried. Add more oil if necessary.", "When the onions are caramelized, add the marinating chicken along with the marinade. Cook on high heat until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Taste for seasoning; add salt & pepper if necessary.", "Serve chicken over fried polenta."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 boneless chicken breasts, cubed, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup honey, 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Delicious Chicken Over Fried Polenta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Delicious Chicken Over Fried Polenta

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