Description
This Honey Pineapple Chicken recipe is a sweet and savory dinner idea that brings a taste of the tropics to your table. With succulent chicken marinated in pineapple juice, soy sauce, and honey, it’s an easy and delightful dish for any night of the week.
Ingredients
4 skinless
boneless poultry thighs (or the breasts of chicken)
1 cup juice of the pineapple (fresh or canned)
1/2 cup soy sauce (use low sodium soy sauce for a healthier option)
1/4 cup of honey (for natural sweetness)
2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons of rice vinegar (adds an astringent taste)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic
minced
1 teaspoon of grated ginger (for authentic Hawaiian flavor)
Half teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional to add a slight spice)
1 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons of water
4 slices of pineapple (grilled to add flavor)
2 onions chopped
sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well combined.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the chicken from the marinade and reserve the marinade for later use.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by bringing the reserved marinade to a boil in a saucepan. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then add to the boiling marinade, stirring until thickened.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken slices topped with the thickened sauce, grilled pineapple slices, chopped onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad. Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken portion
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Dinner Ideas, Honey Pineapple Chicken, Easy Dinner Recipe, Chicken Marinade, Tropical Flavors