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Best Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Best Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
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Best Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a delicious and vibrant dish that combines juicy chicken with a sweet and tangy brown sugar and pineapple glaze. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. With just 15 minutes of prep time and one skillet, you can create a flavorful meal that brings the essence of tropical cuisine right to your dining table. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a balanced and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, coat chicken cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken in batches until browned (3-4 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, cornstarch, minced garlic, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce into the same skillet and bring to a simmer while stirring until thickened (3-5 minutes).
  5. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet along with any pineapple chunks; stir to coat with sauce and heat through (2-3 minutes).
  6. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds as desired.

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