Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Recipe
Savor the tropical delight of brown sugar pineapple chicken! This easy recipe blends sweet pineapple and savory glaze for a juicy, beginner-friendly meal. Grill, bake, or slow-cook it in under 40 minutes for a weeknight win. Perfect with rice or veggies for a vibrant dinner!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned in juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Mix brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using) in a bowl.
- Add chicken to marinade, coat well, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- For grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high, oil grates.
- Grill chicken 6–8 minutes per side, basting with marinade; grill pineapple chunks 2–3 minutes.
- For baking: Preheat oven to 375°F; place chicken and pineapple in a dish, pour marinade over, bake 30 minutes.
- For slow cooking: Add chicken, pineapple, and marinade to slow cooker; cook on low 4–5 hours.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F; garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or veggies.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple for a brighter flavor in your brown sugar pineapple chicken. For a spicy twist, double the chili flakes in the marinade for an extra kick.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Protein: 26g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Protein: 26g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 820mg