5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken: Sweet Dinner Idea
If you’re in search of a delightful dinner that combines sweet and savory flavors, look no further than this 5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken. This dish is a perfect blend of juicy chicken marinated in a luscious glaze made from brown sugar and pineapple juice, bringing a tropical twist to your table. Whether grilled, baked, or pan-seared, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also impresses at any gathering or busy weeknight. In just 40 minutes, you can serve a mouthwatering meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp oil for searing or grilling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or resealable bag, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour (ideally overnight).
- Cook using your preferred method: grill for 5–6 minutes per side at medium-high heat until cooked through; bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes; or pan-sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5–7 minutes on each side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg