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brown sugar pineapple chicken

Irresistible Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for Easy Weeknights

A delightful brown sugar pineapple chicken recipe that's quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Tofu or tempeh can be substituted for a vegetarian option.
For the Marinade
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with white sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred for better flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Ground ginger can be used in smaller amounts.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Keeps the chicken moist during marinating.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • to taste pinch Chili Flakes (optional) Add based on spice preference.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Use fresh or canned in juice.
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Cilantro Adds freshness and color when serving.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • shallow dish or resealable bag
  • grill or oven or slow cooker

Method
 

Marinade Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend together brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth.
Marinating the Chicken
  1. Place chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's fully covered. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking Method
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high, or your oven to 375°F (190°C), or set your slow cooker to low based on how you prefer to cook your chicken.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. For grilling, cook for 6-8 minutes per side. For baking, bake for about 30 minutes. For slow cooking, 4-6 hours until tender.
Checking Doneness
  1. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear before serving.
Serving
  1. Plate the chicken, drizzle any remaining marinade on top, and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 32gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Monitor heat closely when grilling due to sugar content in marinade.

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