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Best Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Experience a burst of tropical flavor with the Best Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken. This delightful dish combines tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy brown sugar and pineapple glaze, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, but the vibrant taste will also impress your family and friends, leaving them enchanted by this flavorful fusion. Pair it with rice or noodles, add your favorite vegetables, and enjoy a meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toss chicken cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Sear chicken in a hot skillet until browned (3-4 minutes per side), then set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce into the skillet; bring to a simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
  5. Return chicken to the skillet along with pineapple chunks; heat through (2-3 minutes).
  6. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 34g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 49g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: To enhance flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce for 15 minutes before cooking. For added texture and sweetness, consider using fresh pineapple chunks instead of canned. Customize the spice level by adjusting red pepper flakes.