Description
A delightful mix of sweet and savory, this Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is easy to make and perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned)
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Stir well to combine.
- Incorporate the pineapple chunks into the sauce and stir.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top for flavor.
- Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and drizzle with extra sauce from the skillet.
Notes
Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad. Enjoy with extra sauce drizzled on your rice!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg