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brown sugar pineapple chicken

Tangy Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a Flavorful Feast

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This brown sugar pineapple chicken is a tropical delight that combines sweet pineapple with savory chicken, perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Substitute with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
For the Pineapple Sauce
  • 1 cup Pineapple chunks Use fresh or canned.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Can swap with white sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
For the Cooking Process
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For marinating.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili flakes Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or Oven
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and olive oil. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F), oven to 400°F, or slow cooker on low.
  3. Drain pineapple chunks. Reserve half for blending into a sauce and keep other half for garnish. Add pineapple during the last minutes of grilling or baking.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Bake in greased dish for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
  5. In a saucepan, combine reserved pineapple chunks, a splash of lime juice, and some leftover marinade. Simmer for about 5 minutes. Blend if desired for a smooth sauce.
  6. Transfer cooked chicken to a serving plate, spoon pineapple sauce over, and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate chicken for up to 2 hours. Use fresh pineapple for best results. Customize spice levels to taste.

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