Description
This Spicy Pineapple Brown Sugar Chicken recipe combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple with a kick of heat, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner, this Asian-inspired chicken is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or other hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Pineapple chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the chicken to the pan, coat with the sauce, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10–12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and pineapple chunks if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the sriracha to taste for a milder or spicier dish.
- This recipe pairs perfectly with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
