Easy Hawaiian Chicken

Transport your taste buds to paradise with this Easy Hawaiian Chicken recipe, a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection and then simmered in a tropical-inspired glaze made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and a hint of ginger for a punchy depth of flavor. Fresh or canned pineapple chunks add bursts of sweetness, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce reaches the perfect silky consistency. In just 40 minutes, this one-skillet meal pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice, making it a quick and satisfying dinner option. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a pop of color and crunch, and enjoy a taste of the islands right from your kitchen! Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a tropical twist, this recipe is an absolute crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
• 0.5 cups pineapple juice
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 0 optional garnishes: chopped green onions, sesame seeds
• 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

Season the chicken with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside for thickening the sauce later.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil. Pour in the pineapple mixture and bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Once the sauce is simmering, stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir to coat them in the sauce. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the chicken to coat evenly.

Step 9

Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 10

Serve the Hawaiian chicken over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2326.9 grams (2326.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3053

Total Fat 56.10g	72%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 592mg	197%
Sodium 2961mg	129%
Total Carbohydrate 373.80g	136%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 79.10g
Protein 249.60g	499%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 281mg	22%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 2923mg	62%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.8%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 49.9%