5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
If you’re looking for a delightful meal that brings together sweet, savory, and juicy flavors, try our 5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken marinated in a luscious blend of brown sugar and pineapple juice, creating a mouthwatering glaze that’s sure to impress your family and guests. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and versatile enough to be cooked on the grill, baked in the oven, or pan-seared on the stovetop. With simple ingredients and impressive presentation, this dish will become a staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by method
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tbsp oil for searing or grilling
- Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or 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.
- Choose your cooking method: Grill, Bake, or Pan-Sear.
- For grilling, preheat grill to medium-high, grill chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For baking, preheat oven to 400°F, arrange marinated chicken in a baking dish, and bake for about 20–25 minutes.
- For pan-searing, heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side.
- Let chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing it.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg