Polynesian Chicken Recipe Recipe

Name: Polynesian Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) plus 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 5 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2/3 cup pineapple juice, divided; 1 pound boneless, skinless, chicken breast, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 1/2-inch knob ginger, grated (about 2 tablespoons); 1 medium red onion, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; Drained pineapple chunks from 20 ounce can (about 1 cup); 8 ounces snow peas; 1/2 cup unroasted cashews, soaked in water for 15 minutes, then drained; 4 cups cooked rice

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) plus 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
5 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2/3 cup pineapple juice, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless, chicken breast, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2-inch knob ginger, grated (about 2 tablespoons)
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
Drained pineapple chunks from 20 ounce can (about 1 cup)
8 ounces snow peas
1/2 cup unroasted cashews, soaked in water for 15 minutes, then drained
4 cups cooked rice

1
In small bowl, whisk brown sugar, cornstarch, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and tomato paste until combined. Whisk in 1/3 cup pineapple juice; set aside.
2
Heat remaining 1/3 cup pineapple juice in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until simmering. Add chicken and gently cook until chicken is opaque and just about cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside on plate. Discard any leftover liquid in pan and wipe clean with a paper towel.
3
Add oil skillet and return to medium heat until shimmering. Add ginger, onion, pepper, pineapple, and cook, stirring frequently, until onion and pepper are just beginning to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add snow peas and cook until just beginning to soften but still crisp, 1 to 2 minutes.
4
Stir in cashews, chicken, and sauce. Cook, stirring, until sauce boils and thickens, chicken is cooked through, and entire mixture is coated, about 2 minutes more. Serve immediately over white rice.

1194

kcal

Calories

Fat

208

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) plus 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 5 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Polynesian Chicken Recipe 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.

Polynesian Chicken Recipe

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