Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned if necessary)
– ½ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ginger, grated (or ½ teaspoon ground ginger)
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– 1 tablespoon water
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating the mouthwatering Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken involves just a few straightforward steps. Follow this simple guide to whip up your dish:
1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sear Chicken: Add seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Combine Ingredients: Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, and pineapple chunks, mixing well.
6. Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the sauce to thicken, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
7. Return Chicken: Place the seared chicken back into the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until雞 chicken is cooked through.
8. Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
9. Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it.
These steps will guide you through an easy process to create a dish your guests will remember.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 28g