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Hawaiian Chicken Bowl

Delicious Hawaiian Chicken Bowl: Quick, Tropical Comfort Food

This Hawaiian Chicken Bowl combines sweet pineapple and spice-rubbed chicken for a quick, tropical meal that's gluten-free and customizable.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Consider turkey as a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado or canola oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Rice and Sauce
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Can swap for brown rice or quinoa.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Pineapple Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
For the Toppings and Garnishes
  • 1 cup Diced Pineapple
  • 1 cup Red Bell Peppers Sliced.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by cooking the jasmine rice according to package instructions, typically bringing water to a boil and simmering for about 15 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and cover to keep warm.
  2. Mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt to create a spice rub. Coat the chicken breasts generously with the mixture.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, rice vinegar, and ginger until smooth to create the sauce.
  5. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add the sauce and simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Slice the rested chicken into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
  7. Assemble the bowls with a base of rice, then layer sliced chicken, diced pineapple, red bell peppers, and cucumber.
  8. Drizzle the thickened sauce over the assembled bowls.
  9. Garnish with green onions, coconut flakes, and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken in the spice rub for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Store components separately to keep them fresh.

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