Aloha Chicken Recipe

Ingredients for Aloha Chicken

• Boneless Chicken Breasts
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Pineapple Chunks In Juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup honey
• Light Soy Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooked Rice

How to Make Aloha Chicken

1. Flatten each chicken breast to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
2. Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag.
3. Add chicken breasts to the bag and shake until evenly coated.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
5. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping warm.
6. Drain pineapple chunks, reserving 1/4 cup of the juice.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice and cornstarch until smooth.
8. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet and whisk constantly.
9. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and black pepper.
10. Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 30 seconds).
11. Add the cooked chicken and pineapple chunks to the skillet.
12. Gently stir to coat the chicken and pineapple in the sauce and heat through.
13. Serve immediately over cooked rice.