Introducing the Hawaiian Hot Chicken

Let your taste buds take a trip to the Hawaiian islands with this mouthwatering Hawaiian Hot Chicken recipe! People all over the world are discovering its addictive combination of sweet and spicy flavors and it won’t take you long to understand why. Packed with flavor, the Hawaiian Hot Chicken combines the exotic taste of Hawaiian pineapple, fiery chili peppers and zesty ginger – resulting in an explosion of taste in your mouth!

Cultural Influence

This tasty dish takes its influences from both Hawaiian and Asian cuisine. The addition of pineapple to the marinade brings a vaguely sweet aftertaste and gives a wonderful balance to the spiciness of the chili and ginger. With the addition of mango chutney, the recipe takes on a distinctly tropical taste. The soy and honey provide a unique layer of caramelization that accentuates all the other flavors in a wonderfully subtle way.

Unique Cooking Methods

In addition to the amazing flavors, Hawaiian Hot Chicken also employs some unique cooking methods. The marinating process involves overnight soaking of the chicken in the soy and honey mixture to ensure maximum flavor absorption. Then, it is cooked in a sizzling hot pan with a handpicked selection of spices to create a delicious smoky and charred exterior.

Preparing the Dish

Are you ready to start cooking? Here are all the ingredients you will need to get you started:

  • 8 boneless chicken legs
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup mango chutney

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl combine soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, chili powder and pineapple juice. Mix until everything is fully incorporated.
  2. Add chicken legs to the bowl and make sure they are fully coated with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  3. In a sizzling hot skillet, add the mango chutney and heat until bubbling.
  4. Add the chicken legs to the skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes on each side.
  5. Serve with steamed white rice and cucumber slices.

The Perfect Dish!

The Hawaiian Hot Chicken is a great meal to make for lunch or dinner in a matter of minutes! Its unique flavors can’t be found in other dishes and the unique cooking methods will make it something to remember. Perfect for any occasion, the Hawaiian Hot Chicken is an item that belongs on your menu today!

So, why not give this amazing dish a try? We are sure you won’t regret it! Enjoy the unique flavors and unique cooking methods of the Hawaiian Hot Chicken and we hope you love it as much as we do!