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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

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This Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken features a perfect blend of sweet pineapple, brown sugar, savory soy sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger. The chicken is tender and juicy, coated in a flavorful glaze that caramelizes beautifully.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup soy sauce

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

2 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp chili flakes (optional for spice)

2 tbsp lime juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and chili flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. Make the Glaze: In the same skillet, add the pineapple chunks and the brown sugar-soy sauce mixture. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
  5. Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors and the sauce to thicken further.
  6. Serve: Garnish the chicken with fresh cilantro and serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or vegetables.

Notes

If using bone-in chicken, adjust cooking time to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).

This dish pairs well with a side of rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.

For a spicier dish, add extra chili flakes or a sliced jalapeño to the sauce.

The sauce can be thickened with a cornstarch slurry if needed. Simply mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tsp water and stir it into the sauce.

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh, following the same steps to make the sauce.

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