Description
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, where sweet brown sugar meets tangy pineapple in a dish that will elevate any dining experience. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy chicken breasts marinated to perfection, then baked with caramelized pineapple for a delightful explosion of flavors. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish promises to impress and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, and olive oil until combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and arrange on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- In the last five minutes of baking, add pineapple chunks on top of the chicken along with some reserved marinade.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing and serve garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with pineapple (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate overnight if possible. Swap pineapple for mango or add chili flakes for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.