Description
Brown sugar pineapple chicken is a tropical delight that melds succulent chicken with a luscious sweet and tangy glaze. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender chicken marinated in a rich blend of brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and fresh ginger, complemented by juicy pineapple chunks. Perfect for family dinners or summer barbecues, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser. With various cooking methods available—grilling, baking, or slow cooking—you can prepare it to suit your style. Serve it alongside rice or grilled veggies for a complete meal that brings the sunshine right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in half the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Choose your cooking method: grill for 6-8 minutes per side; bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 30 minutes; or cook in a slow cooker on low for 4-5 hours.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and alongside steamed rice or grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by method (6–30 minutes)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg