Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a sweet and savory dish that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. This recipe features succulent chicken coated in a rich brown sugar and tangy pineapple sauce, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Easy to make for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends, making it a must-try for any home cook looking to add a tropical twist to their meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped (or canned)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cornstarch (optional for thickening)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop fresh pineapple into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic cloves. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes; overnight for best flavor.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add chopped pineapple to the skillet with the chicken and pour remaining marinade over everything. Simmer until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
- For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the skillet until bubbly.
- Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 210g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg