Description
Whiskey Pineapple Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the rich taste of whiskey, creating a unique and mouthwatering meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup whiskey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together pineapple juice, whiskey, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then grill or cook in the skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the chicken and serve garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- This dish pairs well with rice or grilled vegetables.
- Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least an hour for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Whiskey Pineapple Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Grilled Chicken, Pineapple Chicken