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Delicious Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Delicious Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a Quick Feast

A quick and delicious meal featuring caramelized chicken thighs and juicy pineapple, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Chicken breasts can be used for a leaner option.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a great substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free soy sauce or tamari if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with white or apple cider vinegar.
For the Sauce and Flavoring
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best; garlic powder can work.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable or sesame oil can be alternatives.
For the Sweet Touch
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or canned varieties work well.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chives can be used as a substitute or omitted.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with black pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add the pineapple chunks and stir gently, heating through for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, let everything simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  7. Garnish the dish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the amount of brown sugar based on preference. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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