Craving a delectable and exotic dish that captures the vibrant flavors of the Polynesian islands? Look no further than "Mommy's Polynesian Chicken," a culinary masterpiece that promises to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a tropical paradise. With its perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, this dish is guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind creating this extraordinary dish, leaving you with a taste of the islands that will linger long after the last bite.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
POLYNESIAN CHICKEN
Polynesian Chicken is a great retro Chinese restaurant dish. Made with a few large pieces of crispy, batter-fried seasoned chicken breast, set on a bed of shredded Chinese vegetables in a luscious brown sauce, you'll thoroughly enjoy this Polynesian chicken
Provided by Bill
Categories Chicken and Poultry
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Carefully split the chicken breast into two thinner pieces that are roughly the same size. Sprinkle the salt, white pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder on both sides of the chicken breast, and set aside.
- Make the batter by mixing all of the batter ingredients in a bowl until combined. Do not overmix! Meanwhile, heat 4 cups of canola oil in a small wok or cast-iron frying pan until it reaches 350 degrees F. Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature, because you don't want to burn the batter before the chicken is cooked.
- Dip both of the chicken breasts into the batter and fry until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes on each side), turning the chicken pieces often in the oil. Set the fried chicken aside on a wire rack to drain off any excess oil.
- If you are unsure whether or not the chicken is done, you can cut into one of the pieces to make sure the juices are no longer pink. However, the chicken is cut thin, so it's relatively easy to cook it until it's just done. This is important for achieving a tasty chicken dish.
- Heat your wok over high heat, and add 1 tablespoon of the frying oil to your wok. Add the garlic, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and red bell peppers, and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add in the Shaoxing wine, followed by the napa cabbage. Continue to stir-fry for 30 seconds, and stir in the soy sauces, salt, sugar, sesame oil, oyster sauce, and white pepper.
- Next, add the snow peas and give everything a quick stir. Add the hot chicken stock. Let the sauce come to a boil, and add the cornstarch/water mixture. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds until the sauce has thickened enough to coat a spoon.
- Transfer the vegetable mixture to a plate. Slice the chicken into 1½-inch wide pieces, and place on top of the bed of vegetables. Serve immediately with white rice!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 976 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HAWAIIAN CHICKEN I
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
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 PEACH CHICKEN
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
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
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
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
POLYNESIAN CHICKEN
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
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.
TANGY POLYNESIAN CHICKEN
Make and share this Tangy Polynesian Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 46 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all of the ingredients except the chicken in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Pour over chicken. Marinate, turning occasionally 2-3 hours or overnight.
- Prepare a hot fire. Remove chicken from sauce and place skin side down on an oiled grill, reserving sauce.
- Grill, turning once, until chicken is browned on both sides, about 15 minutes per side.
- Continue grilling, turning and basting frequently with the sauce until chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 107.7, Carbohydrate 1.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 5.2
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: A heavy-bottomed pot will help to distribute heat evenly and prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the pot: If you overcrowd the pot, the chicken will not cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat: Medium heat will help to prevent the chicken from burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through: The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest before serving: Letting the chicken rest will help the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken.
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, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting chicken recipe, give Polynesian Chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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