Pineapple Brown Sugar Chicken (Printable Version)
Super-tender chicken wrapped in sweet pineapple brown sugar sauce—big flavor with tropic energy.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Main Ingredients
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Salt and pepper, go by your taste
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, throw in if you want a kick
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
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2 garlic cloves, chopped small
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1/2 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
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1 cup pineapple chunks, use fresh or grab some canned (juice-packed)
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4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
→ Finish & Garnish
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Chopped fresh cilantro (sprinkle on top to finish)
# Guide to Cooking:
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Dish up the cooked chicken, pour a bit of pineapple sauce over, and top everything with some cilantro. Enjoy it hot, maybe add some steamed veggies or rice on the side.
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Toss your chicken and pineapple into the slow cooker. Pour in all that marinade, cover, and just let it go on low for 4 or 5 hours. You'll know it's ready when the chicken basically falls apart.
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Put the oven on 375°F (190°C). Lay out the chicken in your baking dish, then pour the pineapple and marinade right over it. Bake it right in the middle rack about 30 minutes. Once the chicken hits 165°F (74°C) inside, you're good.
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Fire up the grill to get it hot, around medium-high. Take out your chicken and slap it on, grill each side about 6–8 minutes, brushing on extra marinade when you can. Pop the pineapple chunks onto the grill too so they get nice and caramelized.
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Lay the chicken pieces flat in your dish and pour the marinade all over. Make sure you coat every piece well. Cover that up and put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes—longer if you want more flavor, like up to 2 hours.
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Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a bowl until it all blends together nicely.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Letting the chicken soak in the marinade gives it way more flavor and makes it softer. Go for a couple hours in the fridge if you have time.
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Pick your favorite way to cook: the grill's got that smoky vibe, baking means you can walk away, and slow cooking gives super soft chicken.
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Play around with lime juice or soy for more tang or salt. If you like more heat, just bump up the chili or add a little sriracha.