Description
Juicy chicken breasts meld beautifully with the sweetness of pineapple and brown sugar in this tantalizing dish, perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (with juice)
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening the sauce)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pineapple chunks with their juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Transfer seared chicken into the baking dish and pour the pineapple mixture over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbling. For a thicker sauce, add diluted cornstarch in the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken in the sauce overnight for deeper flavor. Serve with rice or greens for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American