Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
A delightful dish that combines sweet brown sugar and tangy pineapple, transforming simple chicken into a flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned)
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Mix well to create a flavorful sauce.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, making sure to coat them evenly.
- If using a skillet, heat the vegetable oil and sear the chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and top with fresh pineapple chunks.
- If baking, transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). If using stovetop, cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours for enhanced flavor. Consider adding cashews or macadamia nuts as a topping for crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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