Description
Experience an authentic tropical dining experience with this vibrant, savory Hawaiian-style chicken. Tender chicken breast cubes are marinated in a blend of ginger, garlic, and soy, then seared until caramelized with sweet pineapple chunks. This one-pan wonder balances the acidity of fresh fruit with a rich, glossy glaze, making it a perfect, easy-to-prepare meal for weeknight dinners or festive weekend gatherings.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil for searing
Instructions
Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a large bowl to create the marinade.
Add the chicken cubes to the bowl, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with the neutral cooking oil.
Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving the liquid for the glaze, and sear the chicken in batches until golden brown.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and sauté briefly with the chicken.
Pour the reserved marinade into the pan and let it simmer until reduced to a thick, glossy glaze that coats the chicken and fruit evenly.
Notes
For best results, use fresh pineapple rather than canned to ensure the enzymes properly tenderize the chicken. Serve over steamed jasmine or brown rice for a complete tropical meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg