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Chicken with Pineapples Under Cheese in the Oven
Instructions
I prepare the ingredients for chicken with pineapples under cheese in the oven. Drain the liquid from the canned pineapple. Rinse the chicken thighs under running water, pat them dry, and separate the meat from the bones. Instead of store-bought mayonnaise, it is better to use homemade mayonnaise.
Grate the cheese on a coarse grater.
Grease a baking dish with vegetable oil.
Place the chicken thighs in the dish.
Lightly sprinkle the chicken thighs with salt and add curry.
Place pineapple rings on top of the chicken. If you like, the pineapple can be cut into small pieces.
Pipe a mayonnaise grid over the pineapples and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Add paprika over the cheese. Place the dish in a preheated oven for 30 minutes at 160 degrees.
After the indicated time, take the dish out of the oven.
The chicken with pineapples under cheese in the oven is ready. I cut it into portions and serve it at the table.
Tips
- 1
160 °C is the "secret" to juiciness. At 180-200 °C the chicken will dry out in 30 minutes. At 160 °C the meat braises in its own juices and stays tender and juicy.
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The mayonnaise grid is the "secret" to the cheese crust. If you tip the cheese straight on, it will slide off. First a grid of mayonnaise – the cheese sticks to it and melts evenly.
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Curry under the pineapple is the "secret" to the flavour. Curry harmonises with the sweetness of the pineapple – an Asian accent that makes the chicken unusual.
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Paprika over the cheese is the "secret" to the colour. Without it the crust is simply white. With paprika it takes on a golden-orange tint, as if from a restaurant. The same principle works in other kinds of chicken dishes under a cheese crust.
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FAQ
Which cheese should I choose? +
Ideally a hard cheese of the "Russian" or "Dutch" type (150 g – it melts well). Alternatives: "Gouda" (150 g – milder), "Edam" (150 g – "premium"), firm mozzarella for pizza (150 g – stretches well), a 50/50 blend of "Russian" and "Parmesan" (75 g each – "premium"), cheddar (150 g – brighter colour), suluguni (150 g – "Caucasian premium"). The brands "Svalya", "Brest-Litovsk" and "President" are reliable. A fresh block of cheese is the "premium" option. Do not use: processed cheese slices (they run), blue cheese (it overpowers the taste of the chicken), or soft curd cheeses. For the "classic" version you must use a semi-hard or hard cheese.
What can replace the chicken thighs? +
Alternatives: chicken breast (600 g – "dietary", but drier – bake for 25 minutes), drumsticks (600 g – "budget", on the bone), turkey fillet (600 g – "premium dietary"), a 50/50 mix of thigh and breast (300 g each – "premium"), chicken wings (600 g – bake faster, 25 minutes), rabbit flesh (600 g – "premium"). The brands "Petelinka", "Miratorg" and "Kurinoye Tsarstvo" are reliable. Fresh chilled meat from the "eco segment" is the "premium" option. Do not use: chicken legs on the bone with skin (a different cooking time) or frozen meat without thawing. For the "classic" version you must use boneless thigh fillet.
How long does chicken with pineapples keep? +
In the refrigerator, in the dish under foil – 2-3 days. Any longer and the meat loses its juiciness and the crust softens. Before serving, reheat it in the oven for 10 minutes at 150 °C under foil. A microwave for 2-3 minutes will do, but the crust turns rubbery. In the freezer (the finished dish) – up to 1 month; defrost it in the refrigerator for 8-10 hours. The dish is at its "star" best 5-10 minutes after the oven (let it cool a little so it holds its shape). On the second day the flavour is deeper and brighter. Do not leave it at room temperature for longer than 4 hours – meat with mayonnaise spoils quickly.
What should I serve with chicken with pineapples? +
A classic as a hot main: with boiled rice or bulgur. With mashed potatoes made on cream. With boiled green beans. With a fresh salad of leaves and tomatoes. With pasta and parmesan. With a slice of ciabatta or baguette. With a glass of dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay). With a glass of freshly squeezed juice (orange, pineapple). With a glass of martini (with a fruity note). With baked vegetables. With a glass of pineapple juice. With a cup of tea after dinner. For a "Hawaiian party" – with other pineapple dishes. A versatile hot dish for guests.
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