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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

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  • Author: lima
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling, Baking, Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious dish combining sweet brown sugar and pineapple with tender chicken, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional for spice)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Grilling: Preheat the grill and cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, basting with marinade. Add pineapple slices to the grill.
  2. Baking: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken in a baking dish, pour marinade and pineapple chunks over, and bake for 30 minutes.
  3. Slow Cooking: Place chicken and pineapple in a slow cooker, pour marinade over, and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
  4. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with steamed rice or grilled veggies.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for deeper flavors and adjust spice level with chili flakes.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg