Description
A perfect blend of savory and sweet, featuring tender chicken breasts glazed in a brown sugar and pineapple sauce. This dish is quick, tropical, and satisfying.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is browned and fully cooked. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the pineapple chunks, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and ginger (if using). Stir everything together and bring it to a simmer.
- Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the pineapple softens and the sauce thickens slightly.
- If you want a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water, then stir it into the sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the chicken, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the chicken absorb the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve immediately with rice or vegetables.
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain the pineapple chunks well before adding to the sauce.
If you want a thicker sauce, add cornstarch mixed with water as directed in the recipe.
Chicken thighs can be used as an alternative to chicken breasts for a juicier result.
For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
