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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken: A Sweet & Savory Feast

Delight in this Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken recipe, where sweet and savory collide for a perfect dinner experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Using dark brown sugar deepens the flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Pineapple Juice Choose fresh or 100% juice for best taste.
  • 0.33 cups Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for marinade and cooking.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be swapped (1 clove = ½ tsp powder).
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can be omitted if not available.
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be used (substitute 1 tsp fresh).
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Adjust based on serving needs.
  • 1 tbsp Oil for Searing or Grilling Choose a high smoke point oil.
For Garnish
  • Green Onions Use as a colorful topping.
  • Sesame Seeds Sprinkle on top for extra texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a bowl or resealable bag. Add chicken, coat well, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
  2. Choose your cooking method: grill, bake, or pan-sear. Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 400°F (200°C). For pan-searing, heat oil in a skillet.
  3. For grilling, place marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, basting with marinade until cooked to 165°F (74°C).
  4. For baking, arrange chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, basting halfway.
  5. For pan-searing, cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, adding marinade in the last 2 minutes.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 1 hour but ideally 6-12 hours. Use a meat thermometer for food safety. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can freeze marinated raw chicken for up to 3 months.

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