Description
Get ready to indulge in a flavor explosion with our mouthwatering 5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken! This recipe takes the classic chicken dish to new heights, blending sweet, savory, and tangy notes for a truly irresistible experience. Tender, juicy chicken is marinated in a delectable brown sugar and pineapple juice mixture, then grilled, baked, or pan-seared to perfection. The result is a dish that will have your taste buds dancing with joy and your family begging for seconds. Dive in and discover why this 5-star recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon oil for searing or grilling
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl or large resealable bag, whisk together all marinade ingredients. Add chicken and toss to coat. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight for best flavor.
2. Preheat grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates. Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Brush with extra marinade while grilling, then discard any remaining marinade.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange marinated chicken in a baking dish. Bake for 20–25 minutes, basting once or twice with remaining marinade until chicken is golden and cooked through.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until caramelized and fully cooked. Add a little leftover marinade during the last 2 minutes for a quick glaze.
5. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Suggested sides include coconut rice or jasmine rice, grilled pineapple slices, garlic sautéed green beans, and simple cucumber salad with sesame-lime dressing.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg