Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweetness and savoriness. The tender chicken is combined with the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple and brown sugar, providing an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger in a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined, then add pineapple chunks to coat.
- Marinate the chicken by placing it in a resealable bag and pouring the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, remove chicken from marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned. Add the reserved marinade and pineapple, simmering for 5 minutes.
- Serve the chicken with pineapple and sauce over steamed rice, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
- This dish pairs well with steamed white rice, quinoa, or stir-fried vegetables.
- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg