Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a dish that brings tropical flavors to your dinner table. This incredible recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering tender chicken breasts coated in a luscious glaze made from brown sugar and fresh pineapple. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, you can impress family and friends with a meal that’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Serve it alongside rice or salad for a complete and satisfying experience. Enjoy the tantalizing taste of this crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, and ginger; stir well.
- Add pineapple chunks and mix thoroughly.
- Return chicken to skillet, coating with sauce.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg