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Diced Chicken w/Hawaiian Sauce
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Diced Chicken w/Hawaiian Sauce

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Diced Chicken w/Hawaiian Sauce is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy Hawaiian-inspired sauce. It provides a light option with a low-calorie count and a modest amount of protein.

This dish is served in various meal programs including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP across New York City.

Chef's Tip
To enhance the presentation, consider garnishing the dish with fresh pineapple chunks and green onions for added color and flavor.
Allergen Info
Contains soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
Did You Know?
Hawaiian sauce is often made with ingredients like pineapple and soy sauce, reflecting a fusion of different culinary traditions that emerged from Hawaii's diverse cultural influences.
NYC Connection
In New York City, the popularity of Hawaiian-inspired dishes, including Diced Chicken w/Hawaiian Sauce, has been embraced in both school lunch programs and local restaurants, showcasing the city's diverse food landscape.

Popular Home Recipes for Diced Chicken w/Hawaiian Sauce

Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Diced Chicken w/Hawaiian Sauce shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.

Diced Chicken with Hawaiian Sauce is a delicious and light dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for a family meal.

Yield4 servings
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
CuisineAmerican

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. 2Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, water, garlic, ginger, and lime juice.
  5. 5Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and add diced pineapple, stirring to combine.
  6. 6Transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. 7Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Chef Tips

  • Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.

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About This Item

This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.