Description
A delicious and sweet dish combining the flavors of brown sugar and pineapple with tender chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the pineapple mixture over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Bring the remaining sauce to a boil, then stir in the slurry to thicken.
- Serve the chicken with the thickened sauce over rice or vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg