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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Savory Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a Tropical Dinner

This Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken offers a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making it an ideal dish for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs or substitute with drumsticks
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar or substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger or use fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch whisk well to avoid lumps
For Flavoring & Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh minced garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions for garnish
For the Pineapple
  • 1 can Pineapple Chunks canned or fresh with juice

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coating.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the seasoned chicken pieces for about 4 minutes on each side.
  4. Whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ginger, and cornstarch until smooth to create the glaze.
  5. Transfer the browned chicken to the prepared baking dish. Scatter pineapple chunks over the chicken and pour the glaze on top.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove foil and bake 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 additional pineapple before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights or as a tropical twist on a classic dish. Can substitute chicken with pork or tofu for different dietary needs.

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