Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Best Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a delightful dish that marries sweet and savory notes for an unforgettable meal. With tender chicken coated in a luscious brown sugar and pineapple glaze, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. It requires minimal prep time, making it an ideal choice for families seeking a quick yet flavorful dinner. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or with a fresh salad to enjoy a taste of paradise right at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Minced garlic
- Ground ginger
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet; bring to a simmer for about 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Add chicken back to the skillet; stir to coat and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over rice with optional garnishes like green onions or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 235g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 72mg