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Baked Sweet Hawaiian Chicken

Baked Sweet Hawaiian Chicken


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Description

Baked Sweet Hawaiian Chicken is a tantalizing dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for family dinners or special occasions, promising flavors that will surpass your favorite takeout. The crispy breading and juicy chicken create a delightful texture that everyone will love. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can serve up a delicious meal that’s both satisfying and healthier than fried options.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • 1 chopped red pepper
  • 1 ½ cups cornstarch
  • 3 beaten eggs
  • ¼ cup canola oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare the breading by placing cornstarch in one bowl and beaten eggs in another. Coat each piece of chicken in cornstarch followed by the egg mixture.
  3. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then brown the chicken on all sides. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and cornstarch. Stir in chopped red pepper and drained pineapple tidbits.
  5. Pour the sauce over the browned chicken and bake for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg