Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a delicious and sweet dish that combines the flavors of brown sugar and pineapple with tender chicken, creating a delightful meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the pineapple mixture over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce in the baking dish to thicken.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Sweet Chicken Dishes