Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with sweet pineapple in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe promises to impress your guests while allowing you to enjoy the moment without stress. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to serve. Pair it with rice, noodles, or fresh veggies for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, and ginger to create the sauce.
- Add pineapple chunks to the sauce and stir gently.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet and coat well in the sauce.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internally).
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg