Ingredients
– 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
– 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Spicy Pineapple Brown Sugar Chicken is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add Sugar and Soy Sauce: Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
6. Incorporate Pineapple: Add the pineapple chunks to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly.
7. Return Chicken: Place the chicken back into the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes, ensuring the chicken absorbs the flavors.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
9. Serve: Transfer the chicken and sauce to a serving dish.
These steps will guide you in creating a delightful dish that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 35g