Grilled Hawaiian Chicken with Coconut Cilantro Rice

15m
Prep Time

15-20m
Cook Time

30m
Ready In

"This is a nice twist on the traditional Hawaiian Chicken. Simply marinate during the day; grill and serve. It has great flavor, and easy to prepare. Prep time does not including marinating."

Original is 5 servings

Metric US

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Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (692.2 g)
Calories 1010.8
Total Fat - 46.2 g
Saturated Fat - 27.3 g
Cholesterol - 142.4 mg
Sodium - 3712.6 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 97.5 g
Dietary Fiber - 6.5 g
Sugars - 17.9 g
Protein - 55.8 g
Calcium - 225 mg
Iron - 5.9 mg
Vitamin C - 50.7 mg
Thiamin - 0.5 mg

Step 1

Chicken ... This recipe works well with both thighs and breasts. Obviously cooking times will vary. Also, if the breasts are really big/thick; I often butterfly them or split them in half to be a bit thinner. I found the portion size to be better, but also much easier to cook. And, if there is a really thick part of the breast, you may want to pound it out slightly, for even cooking.

Step 2

Marinade ... Add all the ingredients to a non-reactive (glass) bowl, or a ziploc bag, which is what I prefer. Make sure to seal and shake so everything is combined. Then, add the chicken and all the vegetables. Toss a few times so everything is combined. Seal the bag, or cover the bowl, and refrigerate 4-8 hours.

Step 3

Rice ... Start the rice before you start the chicken, as it takes a bit longer than the chicken. Add the water and coconut milk and bring to a boil. Then add the rice and cook according to package directions. Once the rice is done, finish with cilantro.

Step 4

Chicken and Vegetables ... Whether you use an inside or an outside grill, make sure to oil your grates or pan. For the vegetables, if using an outdoor grill, you need to use a grill basket; or a cast iron pan right on the grill works great as well. An inside grill pan is no trouble; you could even use a saute pan inside if you want.

Step 5

I found that the vegetables and the chicken both take the same time to cook, so plan to grill them at the same time. Now, depending on whether or not you use thighs or breasts; and the size of each, your cooking times can really vary. I cook mine on medium high heat, rather it is outside or inside; for approximately 7-10 minutes per side. Make sure to use a thermometer if you are not sure.