Thai Pineapple Chicken
First, I want to thank Selma, Sue and Angie for featuring my last FF’s Aunt Juju’s Chocoloate Syrup Brownies. And thanks for appreciating my letter to Angie. 😀 To my surprise, Angie also told me about co-hosting today with Aunt Juju. Wow!
So today, I am very much excited to be co-hosting FF #51 with Aunt Juju @ Cooking with Aunt Juju.
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I don’t think Aunt Juju (others call her Judi, but I love calling her Aunt Juju) needs an introduction, but here’s a quick one – she blogs so many amazing recipes and she’s always there to encourage you. If you don’t know Aunt Juju, then you are missing so much from blogging world; it’s not yet too late to hop on her blog. 😀
Maybe some of you expect me to bring sweets today, but sorry to burst your bubble – I am not. 😛 Instead, I am bringing a main dish – Thai Pineapple Chicken. Hmm, still sweet. Really can’t get enough of the something sweet, eh? 😀
I was craving for a chicken dish with pineapple. Years back, I had this recipe but I’ve lost it. I came to my BFF, Google, for help and it suggested so many amazing recipes. I didn’t know which one to follow.
Pineapple Chicken is one of the famous recipes in the Philippines, but I was surprised to find out that there’s a Thai version as well. If I am not mistaken Pineapple Chicken is cooked using coconut milk or evaporated milk or chicken stock as the base.
So, what to follow now? Being in the mood for adventure, I used the three – three bases for one dish. Sounds amazing!! And to be more fun, I added some Thai Roasted Chili Paste. 😀
THAI PINEAPPLE CHICKEN RECIPE
- Difficulty: easy
Ingredients:
- 500 g chicken, cut into pieces
- Pineapple juice, canned (enough for the marinade and save little for later)
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp roasted chili paste
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 1 ½ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup red bell pepper, sliced
- ¾ cup pineapple tidbits
- ½ carrots, diced – or whatever slice you desire (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Cooking oil
Instructions:
- Cut the chicken into pieces and marinate with pineapple syrup (just enough to cover the chicken) – at least 1 hour to overnight
- Heat oil in a cooking pot. Add garlic and onion. Cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink.
- Add chili paste and mix to coat with the chicken.
- When the water from the chicken evaporates, add chicken broth and cook for about ten minutes.
- (If using carrots, add them in this step.) Add bell pepper and pineapple tidbits.
- Add evaporated milk and coconut milk. (You can add pineapple syrup little by little if you desire.) Wait to boil.
- Add salt & pepper to taste.
- Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes:
- Optional, you can add pineapple syrup together with the evaporated milk and coconut milk. The measurement is up to you – it can go from 2 tbsp to how much you desire – it depends on how sweet you like the dish.
- You can double or adjust. Your preference, really. This is just a guide. 🙂
The result using the three bases together – rich, creamy and super delicious Thai Pineapple Chicken. I’d never mind having this over and over again. 😀
I hope you all enjoy this dish and enjoy the party, people! Happy FF #51!
Next FF marks the Fiesta Friday First Anniversary and like you, I am way too excited. 😀 😀 😀
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57 Comments
Suchitra
The pineapple chicken looks so delicious! It is definitely a “must try”.
Jhuls
Indeed! Thank you for being here, Su. I appreciate it. <3 Enjoy the rest of your week.
Mandi @ Madavocado
Jhuls this looks incredible !! I really want to try this but the only thing is that I have s horrible aversion to pineapple. (Horrible episode when I was younger, story for another time). What do you think I could use instead?
Jhuls
Hmm, if that’s the case, you can omit the pineapple. The pineapple adds sweetness to the dish. For me, as long as you maintain the bellpepper, the dish will be just fine. 😉 Thank you, Mandi. I hope to see you at the grand FF celebration. xx
chefjulianna
Oh, Jhuls, your pineapple chicken is making my mouth water!! So beautiful!! Thanks so much for co-hosting too! 😀
Jhuls
Hi, Chef Julianna. I am glad you liked this dish. 😀 It’s always nice to see you here. xx See you at the grand FF celebration. 😉
thebrookcook
Yum!! (Although your brownies take the cake for me!!) Thanks for co-hosting this week!! Happy FF! 🙂
Jhuls
Haha! Who would give up brownies, anyway? 😛 Thanks for being here, Josette. <3
Chitra Jagadish
Love thai currys, will definitely try veggie version….
Jhuls
Thank you, Chitra. Let me know what you think and I’d love to see your version. 😉
breakfastdramaqueen
Pineapple! Thanks for sharing, and happy Fiesta Friday!
Jhuls
Thank you, Claudia. <3 Happy FF!
Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake
This looks really yummy, it makes me sad I’m allergic to pineapple! I hope you’re having fun hosting Jhuls!
Jhuls
Pineapple gives sweetness to the dish. I believe this can be fine without the pineapple, but just don’t leave out the bellepper. 🙂 Thank you for being here, Michelle. <3
meliaindahahmad
Wow! Can’t wait to try this! Thanks for sharing!
Jhuls
Thank you so much. I am glad you liked it. 🙂 Have a wonderful day!
skd
This really looks rich , creamy and super delicious. Can’t wait to have it over hot steamed rice. 🙂
Jhuls
You’ve described the dish very well. 😀 Thank you foe being here. And steamed rice is the perfect partner. 😉 Happy FF.
lapetitepaniere
Jhuls, it looks really appetizing and so tasty. Thank you for co-hosting this week Fiesta Friday and have a superb weekend <3
Jhuls
Thank you, Linda. And I am happy to be co-hosting. 😀 Have a happy Tuesday. <3
Lily
Looks delicious, I could devour the whole thing with some jasmine rice -yum!
Jhuls
Haha. We think exactly the same – jasmine rice sounds incredible, of course. 😀 Thanks for being here, Lily. xx
sweetbakedlife
Lovely Jhuls! Wish I could dig in right now!! 🙂
Jhuls
Thank you. 😀 I am so happy to see you here. I hope everything is okay. 🙂
indusinternationalkitchen
Jhuls, my dear friend , happy new year to you! Your Chicken stew with pineapple is making my mouth water! Love the coconut milk in it too. Omg I am drooling.! I am definitely trying it soon! 🙂
Jhuls
Thank you so much, Indu. I love coconut milk so much. 😀 I hope you let me know when you try this. 🙂
indusinternationalkitchen
yes surely will do 🙂
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Sharon @ savormania
I’m always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and your recipe looks absolutely amazing!!! I can’t wait to try it.
Jhuls
Thank you, Sharon. I am glad you liked the recipe. I hope you let me know what you think. 😉 xx
Ginger
What a beautiful dish! I had to go to a Thai grocer for my dish, and your food reminds me of what I missed 😉
Thank you so much for co-hosting – it looks like an amazing feast already 🙂
Jhuls
Thank you so much, Ginger. I am really glad you liked the dish. 😀 Happy FF.
Butter, Basil and Breadcrumbs
Juhls, this looks amazing! Your photos make me want to grab a spoon and take a taste of that delicious and creamy broth… and then dive right in with a fork! As always, your recipes are wonderful and your posts are awesome… <3
Jhuls
Thank you so much for your lovely words, Prudy. I am always happy to see you here. <3
carolinescookingblog
That looks and sounds delicious! A nice warming Thai dish is always so good at this time of year!
Jhuls
I couldn’t agree more. 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by, Caroline. See you at the grand FF celebration? 😀
Nancy
Love this dish, Jhuls… such delicious flavors. Thanks for co-hosting FF this week!
Jhuls
It’s my pleasure, Nancy. It’s so fun to co-host. 😀 Enjoy the rest of the week and see you at FF. 😉
Arl's World
Yummy! I love Thai food 🙂 Thank you for co-hosting today! Happy FF!
Jhuls
Thank you, Arl. I am glad you liked this dish. 😀 Happy FF.
Loretta
Lovely dish Jhuls, and what special words about you from Angie and all your blogging friends! You are indeed one of a kind, and you so deserved that recognition. Continue what you do best, because we all enjoy your warmth 🙂
Jhuls
I feel so blessed having everyone here as my friends, Loretta. And thank you so much for your kind words. Have a lovely week. See you at FF #52. 😀
sarahgiebens
I love your recipe, Jhuls! So delicious ^^ <3 Happy FF!
Jhuls
I know you’ll love it, Sarah. 😀 See you at FF # 52 – have you prepared something yet?
sarahgiebens
I think I’m going to skip the first part but I’m definitely stopping by 😀 I’m already working on my desserts 😉 <3
Jhuls
I know you will not miss the second one. 😀
cookingwithauntjuju.com
I am so happy to be co-hosting with you Jhuls – you are such a vibrant and special person who loves people 🙂 Besides I will enjoy making this dish you have brought to FF #51. Thai, chicken, chili paste and I will be very anxious to taste your yummy sauce. I am so happy you were featured as you certainly deserve it. Of course a plus is you featured me in your V & V post. Love the sprinkles 🙂
cookingwithauntjuju.com
By the way Jhuls, some people would be comfortable about calling me “granny” – I am a senior (ugh) citizen you know LOL
Jhuls
Hahaha! Aunt Juju is great to me. 😉
Jhuls
Hey, Aunt Juju. Sorry to be just responding. My brain has been so busy thinking about FF #52 & 53. 😀
And I am so happy with all the kind words you have said – love to be co-hosting with you as well. I hope we’ll co-host together again. 😀
Giramuk's Kitchen
Jhuls, it’s like you can read my mind!! I was telling my husband I need to make a nice thai curry because I’m craving it & I was telling him that I we have to buy more Pineapple too! This is all of those in one dish! I clicked it as soon as I saw it! I can’t WAIT to try it! 😀 It looks absolutely amazing! Thank you for hosting #FF51 and I am so excited for next week too!
Jhuls
Thank you, Dini. I am glad I have answered all that cravings for you. 😀 I hope you let me know when you try this. See you at the next FF. 😀
Andrea Giang | Cooking with a Wallflower
I love Thai food! And this dish looks up my alley! Can’t wait to give it a try!
Jhuls
Yay! Thank you so much, Andrea. I hope you give this a try and let me know. 😀
Jess
Delicious Jhuls, thanks for sharing- Happy Fiesta Friday!
Jhuls
Thank you so much, Jess. I am happy to see you here. Uhm, see you at FF #52? 😀
Jess
Absolutely, wouldn’t miss it for the world 😉