Hula Chicken With Pineapple Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Hula Chicken With Pineapple Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 4 slices deli ham; 1/2 cup shredded low-fat white cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; salt; pepper; flour (for dredging); 2 slices fresh pineapple, chopped; 1/2 vidalia onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 cup tomato paste; 2 cups brown rice, cooked

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 slices deli ham
1/2 cup shredded low-fat white cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
salt
pepper
flour (for dredging)
2 slices fresh pineapple, chopped
1/2 vidalia onion, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup tomato paste
2 cups brown rice, cooked

1
Start the rice according to package directions.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
3
Carefully butterfly the chicken breasts with a very sharp knife. Spread open and put into a zip plastic bag with a little water. Pound flat with the back of a cast iron pan or meat mallet.
4
Remove from bag. Put 2 pieces of ham and half of the cheese on each breast. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, roll in flour until coated.
5
Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a cast iron skillet. Add chicken rolls, seam side down, and cook on each side until golden brown. (About 8 - 10 minutes) Put in oven to finish cooking (about 8 more minutes).
6
Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in medium skillet. Add chopped onion and pineapple. Stir until onion has softened. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and tomato paste. Simmer, stirring occasionally until somewhat reduced.
7
When done, cut each chicken roll into diagonal slices. Serve with brown rice and the pineapple sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 4 slices deli ham, 1/2 cup shredded low-fat white cheddar cheese, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Hula Chicken With Pineapple Barbecue Sauce 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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Hula Chicken With Pineapple Barbecue Sauce

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