Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a delicious dish that combines the sweetness of brown sugar and pineapple with savory chicken, creating a delightful flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the pineapple mixture over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then add it to the baking dish to thicken the sauce.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with pineapple chunks if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Serve with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Sweet Savory Chicken