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Sticky Pineapple Chicken with Sweet Glaze

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Prepare this simple recipe for tender chicken coated in a thick, sweet, and tangy pineapple glaze. This dish works well for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks, drained if canned
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sriracha (if using) in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. This is your sweet glaze.
  3. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour about half of the prepared sweet glaze over the chicken and pineapple. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the glaze is sticky and clings to the chicken.
  7. Serve the sticky pineapple chicken immediately over rice or noodles. Drizzle with the remaining glaze if desired. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For baked chicken, toss the raw chicken pieces with 1/4 cup of the glaze before baking at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Add the pineapple chunks and the remaining glaze during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  • If you prefer thicker pieces of chicken, increase the cooking time slightly in step 4.
  • Use chicken thighs for a moister result.

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