Tender chicken chunks baked with brown sugar, pineapple, and soy for a flavorful tropical main dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Black pepper, to taste
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Sauce & Glaze
06 - 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks with juice, do not drain
07 - ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
08 - ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
09 - 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 tsp ground ginger or 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
11 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
→ Garnish & Optional
12 - Red pepper flakes, optional
13 - Chopped green onions, optional
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken for approximately 4 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even browning.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ginger, and cornstarch until fully combined and smooth.
05 - Place browned chicken and pineapple chunks in the prepared baking dish. Pour glaze evenly over top and gently stir to coat all pieces thoroughly.
06 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
07 - Remove foil and bake an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the glaze thickens and develops a glossy finish.
08 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and red pepper flakes if desired.
09 - Serve hot accompanied by steamed rice or noodles.
