Best 6 Best Polynesian Chicken Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the enchanting islands of Polynesia, where flavors dance and blend in harmony. Discover the secrets of creating the ultimate Polynesian chicken, a dish that captures the essence of paradise with every bite. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of marinating, grilling, and glazing, this guide will guide you through the steps of crafting this delectable dish. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a burst of tropical flavors and aromas that will transport you to the heart of Polynesia.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HAWAIIAN CHICKEN I



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This was given to me by my best friend years ago and is a favorite of our family!

Provided by Barbara Childers

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 cups teriyaki sauce, divided
6 pineapple rings
½ cup butter, melted
¾ cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup soy sauce
¾ cup unsweetened pineapple juice
6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breast halves in a dish with the 1 1/2 cups of teriyaki sauce. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat a grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken breasts on grill, and discard marinade. Cook for 8 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. Brush with the remaining teriyaki sauce during the last 5 minutes. When almost done, place one pineapple ring on top of each breast, and brush with melted butter.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix the brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Serve with chicken for dipping!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.8 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 107.9 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 5830.9 mg, Sugar 56.1 g

POLYNESIAN PULLED CHICKEN



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I love the aroma of pork as it cooks but don't eat pork, so I make a pulled chicken with coconut and pineapple for a Polynesian twist. -Becky Walch, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup crushed pineapple, undrained
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup frozen pepper strips, thawed
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
6 hoagie buns, split
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove chicken; cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices. Cook, covered, on high 15-20 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Shred chicken with two forks. Return to slow cooker; heat through., Serve with buns and, if desired, sprinkle with cilantro. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve on buns. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

POLYNESIAN PEACH CHICKEN



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This is a delicious, fairly quick, attractive main dish. Serve over rice.

Provided by Bill Thompson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
¼ cup corn oil
1 ½ cups water
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 (15 ounce) can peach halves, liquid reserved
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 tomatoes, chopped
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the flour in a plastic bag with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the chicken pieces, and toss to coat evenly with flour. Heat the corn oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Shake the excess flour from the chicken pieces, and place into the hot oil. Cook until browned on all sides turning occasionally, about 15 minutes. Pour in the water, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, stir in the onion and green bell pepper. Cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone, and the onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Pour 2 tablespoons of the reserved peach juice into a small bowl, and set aside. Pour the remaining peach juice into the pot along with the soy sauce and vinegar; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Dissolve the cornstarch in the reserved peach juice, and stir into the boiling sauce. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens and is no longer cloudy, about 1 minute. Stir in the peach halves and chopped tomatoes. Cook and stir until the peaches are hot and the tomatoes are beginning to fall apart, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 449.3 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

POLYNESIAN CHICKEN



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I found this recipe on the Food Network website. It looks way too delicious! It's from the show Weighing In. I would definitely half this recipe, but thought I'd post it as is.

Provided by Kree6528

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup honey
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 star anise
2 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh ginger
10 green onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large baking dish, mix the diced chicken, soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, star anise, and ginger. Bake for 35 minutes.
  • Sprinkle green onion and cilantro over top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.6, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 65.9, Sodium 357.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 6.4, Protein 26.9

POLYNESIAN CHICKEN



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Seasoned with ginger, almonds and colorful fruit, this chicken is a special main dish for a crowd. I dreamed up this economical recipe one day when chicken thighs were on sale. I served it to guests and they loved it.-Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
20 chicken leg quarters, skin removed
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 cups orange juice
1-1/2 cups pineapple juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. in a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches; drain. Place in two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes., In a large saucepan, bring orange juice, pineapple juice and ginger to a boil. Pour over chicken. top with pineapple, oranges and almonds. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

POLYNESIAN CHICKEN



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A sweet, delicious and attractive dish, this easy-to-prepare recipe also produces a scrumptious sauce.

Provided by katii

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon paprika
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
reserved pineapple juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 (14 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
1/4 cup pitted black olives (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix together first 5 ingredients.
  • Arrange chicken in a greased roasting pan; sprinkle with spice mixture.
  • Sir together pineapple juice, soy sauce, and sugar in a small bowl.
  • Drizzle over chicken.
  • Cover and bake in a preheated 375* oven for about 45 minutes to 1 hour until tender.
  • Scatter pineapple and olives (if using) over chicken.
  • Bake, uncovered, for about 5-10 minutes until heated through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 1085.2, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 18.2, Protein 29.7

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, use fresh ingredients whenever possible.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your Polynesian chicken dish to add color, texture, and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different marinades and sauces to find the flavor combination you like best.
  • If you're using a grill, make sure to preheat it to medium-high heat before cooking the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, but not overcooked, to prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Serve Polynesian chicken with rice, noodles, or a side salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Polynesian chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its sweet and tangy flavor, Polynesian chicken is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give Polynesian chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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