Description
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken offers a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors with juicy chicken thighs enveloped in a sticky brown sugar glaze. This easy recipe transforms any dinner into a tropical feast, showcasing vibrant pineapple and caramelization that elevates weeknight meals. Perfect for families, this dish invites customization with your favorite veggies, ensuring every bite is satisfying and memorable. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a special occasion, this chicken dish is sure to impress with its gourmet flair and rich taste.
Ingredients
- 1.5 Pfund Hähnchenschenkel, hautlos und knochenlos
- 1/2 Tasse Brauner Zucker, gepackt
- 1/4 Tasse Sojasauce, low-sodium
- 2 Knoblauchzehen, frisch gehackt
- 1 Esslöffel frischer Ingwer, gerieben
- 1 Esslöffel Olivenöl
- 2 Tassen frische Ananas, in Stücke geschnitten
- 1 rote Paprika, fest und unversehrt
- Frühlingszwiebeln, dünn geschnitten
Instructions
- In einer mittelgroßen Schüssel ½ Tasse braunen Zucker, ¼ Tasse Sojasauce, 2 gehackte Knoblauchzehen und 1 Esslöffel frisch geriebenen Ingwer vermengen.
- Gut mischen, bis der Zucker vollständig aufgelöst ist.
- 1,5 Pfund Hähnchenschenkel zur Marinade hinzufügen und sicherstellen, dass jedes Stück großzügig bedeckt ist.
- Die Schüssel abdecken und mindestens 30 Minuten im Kühlschrank marinieren lassen.
- 1 Esslöffel Olivenöl in einer großen Pfanne bei mittlerer Hitze erhitzen.
- 2 Tassen frische Ananas in Stücke schneiden und in die heiße Pfanne geben.
- Die Ananas etwa 5 Minuten lang anbraten, bis sie leicht karamellisiert ist.
Notes
Storage: Store any leftover Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, consider freezing the chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Reheating: To reheat, gently warm the chicken in a skillet over low heat until heated through, or microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating. Avoid overheating to maintain tenderness.
Serving: Serve the Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken over a bed of rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious sauce. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and additional pineapple pieces for a fresh touch.
Chef’s Tip: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. This allows the brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger to penetrate deeper into the meat, resulting in a more flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Grill
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0