Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a delightful and easy-to-make dish that will elevate any meal. This recipe combines sweet brown sugar with tart pineapple to create a luscious glaze that perfectly coats tender chicken breasts. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor that appeals to both kids and adults. In just under an hour, you can serve a mouthwatering meal that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, and ginger. Stir to create the sauce.
- Add pineapple chunks to the sauce and mix well.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's coated with the sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg