Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Honey Pineapple Chicken, a dish that combines juicy chicken with a luscious sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick and easy recipe will transport you to tropical paradise with every bite. Impress family and friends alike with its stunning presentation and mouthwatering taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, chopped
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice (from fresh pineapple)
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, pineapple juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice until smooth.
- Add chicken to the marinade; toss gently to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through (7-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add fresh pineapple chunks and sauté until caramelized.
- Serve hot over rice or quinoa, garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg