Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of 5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a sweet and savory dish that brings a tropical twist to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe combines succulent chicken with a luscious brown sugar and pineapple glaze, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tbsp oil for searing or grilling
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or resealable bag, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the chicken and coat well.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator (overnight for best flavor).
- For grilling: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place marinated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes, basting occasionally.
- For pan-searing: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by method (Grilling/Baking/Pan-searing)
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg