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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Sweet Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a Tropical Dinner

Delicious Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken combines juicy chicken with a caramelized glaze, perfect for any family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Choose thighs for extra juiciness or breasts for a leaner option.
For the Glaze
  • 1 can Pineapple Chunks 20 oz, do not drain; fresh pineapple is a lovely alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Either light or dark brown sugar works beautifully.
  • 0.33 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari makes a great gluten-free substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Use apple cider vinegar in a pinch.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Or 1 tbsp fresh grated; fresh ginger elevates the dish.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickens the sauce for perfect coating consistency.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with any cooking oil.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can switch things up.
  • Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings to lift flavors.
  • Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust according to your preference.
  • Chopped Green Onions Optional garnish for a pop of color.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Toss chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl to coat.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken for 4 minutes.
  4. Whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Combine browned chicken and pineapple in the baking dish and pour the glaze over them.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove foil, stir gently and bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, garnish with green onions, and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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