Name: Juicy Pineapple Glazed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned); 2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar); 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar); 1 tsp grated ginger; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 2 tbsp water

Description

Juicy Pineapple Glazed Chicken is a sweet and savory dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken coated in a sticky, glossy pineapple glaze with hints of ginger and garlic. Ready in just 30 minutes, it is perfect for an easy yet impressive meal.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned)

2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tsp grated ginger

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp cornstarch

2 tbsp water

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Instructions

In a bowl, coat the chicken with soy sauce, olive oil, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add it to the pan and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
Return the chicken to the pan and coat it thoroughly with the pineapple glaze. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
Garnish with pineapple chunks, green onions, or sesame seeds if desired. Serve over rice or with vegetables.

Notes

Swap chicken breasts for thighs for extra juiciness.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Brown sugar can be used instead of honey for deeper sweetness.

Use apple cider vinegar instead of rice vinegar for a slightly different tang.

To make gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat gently in a pan over low heat to maintain the glaze texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan Fry
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 29 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg