Hawaiian Haystacks: A Crowd-Pleasing, Customizable Dish
Hawaiian Haystacks holds a special place in my heart—it’s a meal I grew up on, and now it’s a beloved favorite in my own household. It’s a meal that brings back memories of family dinners and cozy evenings together. What’s even better is that my kids adore it just as much as I did! Whether we’re sharing it with neighbors or enjoying a simple weeknight meal at home, this dish is always a hit. It’s a comforting and convenient option that never fails to bring smiles to our faces.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cans (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups milk, cream or half and half
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red, green, or both)
- 1 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup La Choy Chow Mein noodles
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make Hawaiian Haystacks
Step 1: Cook the Rice – Prepare the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Chicken Mixture – In a medium sized sauce pan, combine the cream of chicken soup and milk, cream or half and half over medium heat. Stir until well combined and heated through. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce pan and stir until the chicken is coated in the sauce. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
Step 3: Prepare the Toppings – Arrange the diced pineapple, chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, green onions, shredded cheese, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds in separate bowls for easy serving.
Step 4: Assemble the Hawaiian Haystacks – To serve, spoon the cooked rice onto plates or bowls. Top with the creamy chicken mixture, then add your desired toppings. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy this customizable meal with your family or guests!
Simple Does It!
Despite its misleading name, Hawaiian Haystacks are not necessarily a taste of the tropics. Instead, they offer a practical and customizable meal option that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. With its adaptable nature and simple preparation, Hawaiian Haystacks are sure to become a family favorite for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends!
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Hawaiian Haystacks
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice white or brown
- 2 cups chicken cooked (shredded or diced)
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
- 2 cup milk, cream or half and half
optional toppings
- 1 cup diced pineapple fresh or canned
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers red, green or both
- 1 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup La Choy Chow Mein Noodles
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a medium sized saucepan, combine the cream of chicken soup and milk, cream or half and half over medium heat. Stir until well combined and heated through. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce pan and stir until the chicken is coated in the sauce. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
- Arrange the diced pineapple, chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, green onions, shredded cheese, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds in separate bowls for easy serving.
- To serve, spoon the cooked rice onto plates or bowls. Top with the creamy chicken mixture, then add your desired toppings.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy this customizable meal with your family or guests!
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