Polynesian Pulled Chicken Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Polynesian Pulled Chicken is a flavorful and tender dish made with chicken breasts, pineapple juice, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. The chicken is slow-cooked until it is easily shredded and then mixed with a tangy and sweet Polynesian sauce. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish.

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30minstotal
15minsPrep
15minsCook
30m.total
15m.Prep
15m.Cook
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Ingredients for Polynesian Pulled Chicken Recipe

  • 0.67 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 0.17 cup Pineapple Juice
  • 1/25 cup Soy Sauce
  • 0.17 tablespoon Grated Ginger
  • 0.33 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.08 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/25 cup Ketchup
  • 0.33 tablespoon Vinegar
  • 0.17 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • as per your need Sliced Green Onions, For Garnish

Directions: Polynesian Pulled Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, pineapple juice, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
  • STEP 2.Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  • STEP 3.Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  • STEP 4.In a saucepan, combine the cooking liquid from the slow cooker with brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, and cornstarch.
  • STEP 5.Cook the sauce over medium heat until it thickens.
  • STEP 6.Add the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
  • STEP 7.Stir to coat the chicken with the sauce and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
  • STEP 8.Serve the Polynesian pulled chicken on buns or over rice, garnished with sliced green onions.

Cooking Tips

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in the pineapple juice mixture for a few hours before cooking.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the sauce.
  • Leftover pulled chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Serve the Polynesian pulled chicken on buns for a delicious sandwich.
  • Alternatively, serve it over rice for a flavorful main dish.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions for added freshness and color.
Nutrition
value
361
calories per serving
24 g Fat29 g Protein7 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    24g
  • Protein
    29g
  • Carbs
    7g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    7g
  • Protein
    29g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    24g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    44mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    243mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    9mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    45mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    39mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    59mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    304mg
  • Selenium
    30mcg
  • Zinc
    3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp