Pineapple Brown Sugar Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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Salt and pepper, toss in as you like
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1/2 teaspoon chili flakes if you like a little kick
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated nice and fine
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2 cloves garlic, smash and mince them up
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1 cup pineapple chunks, use fresh or the kind packed in juice
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4 chicken thighs or breasts, boneless and skinless
→ Finish & Garnish
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Fresh cilantro, chop it up and throw on top
# Steps to Follow:
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Scoop cooked chicken out to plates, pour some of that pineapple sauce over, and shake on some fresh cilantro. Tastes awesome with some rice or grilled veggies if you want.
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Drop the chicken and pineapple in your slow cooker, then pour the marinade over them. Pop the lid on and just let it hang out on low for about 4-5 hours. Chicken will be super tender when done.
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Turn your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay chicken in a baking pan, pour the marinade and pineapple chunks right on, and let it bake in the middle of the oven about 30 minutes (you want the chicken at 165°F/74°C inside).
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Fire up the grill to medium-high. Lift the chicken from the marinade and grill both sides about 6–8 minutes. Throw the pineapple chunks on the grill at the same time until they get a bit browned. Brush the chicken with the leftover marinade as you go.
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Drop chicken thighs or breasts into a shallow dish. Pour all your marinade over the top and make sure every single piece is coated well. Stick it in the fridge, cover it up, and let it chill for at least 30 minutes. Two hours is even tastier.
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Toss brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, olive oil, and lime juice into a bowl. Whisk it up until everything’s mixed and happy together.
# Additional Tips:
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Letting your chicken soak in the marinade makes it a lot juicier and tastier. For best results, leave it for up to two hours in the fridge.
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Pick whatever cooking style you vibe with—grilling gives you light smokiness, baking means you can just walk away, and slow-cooking makes the chicken fall-apart soft.
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Change up the tangy or sweet level by playing with more or less lime juice or soy sauce. If you want a spicy kick, toss in extra chili flakes or even some sriracha.