Description
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this classic Hawaiian chicken. Tender boneless chicken thighs are seared to perfection and simmered in a vibrant glaze made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and aromatic ginger. This quick and easy tropical dish creates a restaurant-quality meal suitable for any night of the week.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup unsweetened 100% pineapple juice
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp neutral cooking oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger in a small bowl until dissolved.
Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken for 5 minutes per side until deeply browned.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce until glossy.
Remove from heat once the glaze coats the back of a spoon and serve.
Notes
Use dark brown sugar to achieve a deeper molasses flavor in the glaze. Ensure the chicken is seared well before adding the sauce to lock in juices and build the base flavor. Serve over steamed jasmine rice with green onions for a traditional presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg