Description
This Sticky Pineapple Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts baked in a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze, enhanced with garlic and soy sauce. Perfectly balanced flavors and an easy baking method make this dish ideal for a quick weeknight dinner that feels both flavorful and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and arrange them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh pineapple juice, minced garlic, and cornstarch until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat the chicken: Pour the prepared pineapple sauce evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is covered with the sticky glaze.
- Bake the chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and serve hot, drizzled with extra sauce from the baking dish if desired for added flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor, but canned pineapple juice can be substituted if needed.
- Adjust the brown sugar amount if you prefer a less sweet or sweeter sauce.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly by using a meat thermometer to check for 165°F internal temperature.
- For a thicker sauce, you can simmer the juices on the stovetop after baking for a few minutes until reduced.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables to complete the meal.
