Sticky Pineapple Chicken
Experience a burst of tropical flavors with our Sticky Pineapple Chicken. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken thighs in a sweet and tangy sauce, all served in a vibrant pineapple bowl for a fun presentation. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Delight your taste buds with the mouthwatering combination of juicy chicken and fruity goodness that brings the essence of summer right to your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup low sodium chicken stock
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into cubes)
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- Optional: 1/2 cup roasted, salted cashews
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken stock, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil and reduce until syrupy.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink (about 5 minutes).
- Pour prepared sauce over cooked chicken; stir in diced pineapple and optional cashews. Cook for an additional minute.
- Serve over rice or in hollowed-out pineapples for an eye-catching presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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