Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of 5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a sweet dinner idea that’s sure to impress. This dish combines juicy chicken with a luscious glaze made from brown sugar and pineapple juice, creating an irresistible blend of sweet and savory. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Whether grilled, baked, or pan-seared, this recipe is a versatile winner that brings a taste of the tropics to your table. Serve it with rice or fresh vegetables for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Ground ginger
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring it's well-coated. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Choose your cooking method: grill (5–6 minutes per side), bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, or pan-sear in oil for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg