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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Savory Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a Tropical Dinner

Indulge in Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a deliciously sweet and savory dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs or drumsticks for a heartier bite
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light or dark for different flavors
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger fresh ginger can be used for enhanced flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch whisk well to avoid lumps
For Flavoring & Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions optional garnish
For the Pineapple
  • 1 can Pineapple Chunks or fresh pineapple plus its juice for enhanced flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Season the chicken breasts or thighs generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the chicken for 4 minutes on each side.
  4. Whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and cornstarch to create the glaze.
  5. Transfer the browned chicken to the baking dish, scatter pineapple, and pour glaze over the top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with green onions or reserved pineapple and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be marinated up to 2 hours in advance for better flavor and texture.

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