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Honey Pineapple Chicken

A sweet and savory grilled chicken dish with a tropical pineapple glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh pineapple for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the crushed pineapple, honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  • Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour about half of the pineapple mixture over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  • Remove chicken from marinade, discarding the marinade. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • While the chicken is grilling, heat the remaining pineapple mixture in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, brush it with the thickened pineapple glaze. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve the Honey Pineapple Chicken, garnished with chopped fresh pineapple and cilantro.

Notes

This dish can also be made in a pan or baked in the oven. For pan-searing, cook chicken in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side. For baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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