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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Irresistible Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken in Just 30 Minutes

Delight in this Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a quick and easy dinner that balances sweet and savory flavors, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless Chicken Breast Main protein source for tenderness.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Provides a crispy coating.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For frying, can substitute with olive oil.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or canned.
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice Use fresh juice for brighter flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Creates a glossy glaze.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds acidity to balance flavors.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Optional for enhanced flavor.
For the Slurry and Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch + Water For slurry to thicken sauce.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Nonstick Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Coat chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and cornstarch; set aside on a plate.
  2. Heat oil in skillet and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
  4. Pour sauce into skillet and simmer; add cornstarch slurry to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return chicken and pineapple to skillet, cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Garnish with green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for quick meals later. Add veggies for extra nutrition.

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