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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Sweet and Savory Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Delight

This Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken combines sweet and savory elements, making it a crowd-pleaser at dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Choose thighs for juiciness or breasts for a leaner meal.
For the Glaze
  • 1 can Pineapple chunks 20 oz; use the juice for the glaze!
  • 0.5 cup Brown sugar Provides sweetness and promotes caramelization.
  • 0.33 cup Low-sodium soy sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Rice vinegar Can be substituted with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger Or 1 tbsp fresh.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickening agent for the glaze.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Elevates savory flavor.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For browning the chicken.
  • Salt and pepper Essential seasonings to taste.
  • Red pepper flakes Optional for adding a hint of spice.
  • Chopped green onions Optional for garnishing.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to coat.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 4 minutes until golden-brown.
  4. Whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Transfer the cooked chicken and pineapple to the baking dish and pour the glaze over.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep, and leftovers can be stored for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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