Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of brown sugar with the tangy essence of pineapple, making it an ideal choice for any night of the week. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy families looking for a satisfying meal. With the convenience of cooking everything in one pan, cleanup is minimal, allowing you to focus on enjoying a delicious dinner with your loved ones. Whether served over rice, tossed in tacos, or added to salads, this dish brings tropical flavors right into your home kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.33 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Brown chicken in olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Place browned chicken in the baking dish; pour pineapple chunks and glaze over it.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Uncover and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until glaze caramelizes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg