Macaroni Grill used to have a dish on their menu very close to this one...I used a tiny bit of pancetta, then sauteed red onions, then I made the sauce as directed. I skipped the mushrooms and added sliced grilled chicken. I added cooked bowtie pasta and then garnished with chopped green onions. I swear this was the same recipe as Macaroni Grill. If the sauce gets too thick, just add a touch of water or chicken broth. A+

Reviewed On: Apr. 30, 2009

I found this to be very heavy, messed the kitchen and overall too much work! I loved the flavors, thus adapted the basic ingredients and "made it my own". Instead of making a batter, I lightly dusted the chicken chunks with corn starch & soy sauce (2TBLSP). Let Marinate for 15 min. Stir fry in a few tablespoons of canola oil, saute in batches, so you don't overcrowd the pan. I used all the vegs in original recipe, Add them in when chicken is done, add FRESH pineapple!!! For sauce, use 1 cup pineapple juice, 1/2 soy sauce, 1/4 cup white vinegar,2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon crushed pepper (or less), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoon cornstarch, stir well & add to chicken & vegs....cook until thickened. Serve over basmati rice, delicious

Reviewed On: Jan. 30, 2009