Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors that transforms your dinner into a tropical paradise. This easy one-pan recipe combines succulent chicken with a mouthwatering pineapple glaze, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal prep and cleanup, you’ll have more time to enjoy this delicious meal with loved ones. Serve it with rice or a fresh salad, and elevate your dining experience with this flavorful dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.33 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- red pepper flakes (optional)
- chopped green onions (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken for about 4 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Transfer the browned chicken to the baking dish; pour the pineapple chunks and glaze over it.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 5–10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg