Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the tropical flavors of pineapple together with savory teriyaki chicken. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts drizzled in a sweet and sticky sauce, topped with caramelized pineapple for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and top with chopped pineapple.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before baking. - Substitute chicken thighs or tofu for a different protein option. - Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy twist or mix in bell peppers for added crunch.