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brown sugar pineapple chicken

Easy Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a Tropical Feast

This brown sugar pineapple chicken is a quick, customizable dish that blends sweet and savory flavors for an unforgettable dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs Try tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian-friendly twist!
For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or canned pineapple in juice.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Feel free to swap with white sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger is a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable or coconut oil can also be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Customize according to your spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice is a substitute.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Green onions are a good alternative if cilantro is not preferred.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Grill or Oven
  • Slow Cooker
  • Resealable bag
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and olive oil to create a marinade. Whisk well until sugar is dissolved. Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Choose your cooking method. For grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high. For baking, preheat the oven to 375°F. If using a slow cooker, grease it slightly.
  3. If grilling, cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until nicely charred and juices run clear. If baking, arrange chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  4. For slow cooking, place marinated chicken in the slow cooker and cover. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until tender. Shred chicken to soak in marinade.
  5. Taste the sauce after cooking; adjust seasoning with lime juice or soy sauce if needed. Serve over rice or quinoa, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep. Marinate for up to 2 days in advance for hassle-free, flavorful weeknight dinners.

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