Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
If you’re in search of a dish that harmoniously balances sweet and savory flavors, look no further than Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe. This delightful meal features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious sauce made from brown sugar and fresh pineapple, creating a satisfying dinner that will please the whole family. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is both easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful. The inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly awaiting dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
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.
- Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Stir until well mixed.
- Add pineapple chunks to the sauce.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until cooked through at an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 80mg