Awesome Hawaiian Haystacks Recipe

Ingredients for Awesome Hawaiian Haystacks

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
• Chicken Breasts
• Sliced Mushrooms
• Pineapple Tidbits
• Green Onion
• Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened
• Slivered Almonds
• 2 cups chow mein noodles
• Cooked Rice
• 1 cup chopped celery

How to Make Awesome Hawaiian Haystacks

1. Cook chicken breasts until fully cooked. Let cool slightly, then cube into bite-sized pieces.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Whisk in flour, salt, and then gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
4. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
5. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, drained canned mushrooms, and cooked chicken. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Cook rice according to package directions or using a rice cooker.
7. To assemble haystacks, place a bed of rice on each plate.
8. Top with chow mein noodles.
9. Add a generous spoonful of the chicken and mushroom mixture.
10. Add pineapple chunks, shredded cheese, chopped celery, green onions, shredded coconut, and toasted almonds.
11. Drizzle with soy sauce to taste.
12. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy!