Moms Pineapple Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Mom’s Pineapple Chicken, a sweet-and-savory one-pan delight that’s bursting with tropical flavors! This comforting dish features tender, golden-seared chicken thighs simmered in a luscious sauce made with juicy pineapple chunks, honey, soy sauce, and a touch of fresh ginger for a vibrant kick. With just 15 minutes of prep and easy stovetop cooking, this recipe is perfect for busy families looking for big flavors in little time. The thickened pineapple glaze coats each bite, while green onions and sesame seeds add a final touch of freshness and crunch. Serve it over warm white rice to soak up all the savory-sweet goodness. Whether you're craving a taste of the tropics or just need a quick and flavorful dinner idea, this family favorite will not disappoint!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 cups pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
• 0.5 cups pineapple juice (from can or fresh)
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and sear the chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.

Step 4

Add the pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, soy sauce, and honey to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the pineapple mixture. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce. Let simmer for another 2-3 minutes to allow the sauce to fully thicken.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the dish for garnish.

Step 8

Serve the pineapple chicken over a bed of cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2444.9 grams (2444.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3543

Total Fat 108.80g	139%
Saturated Fat 25.40g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 851mg	284%
Sodium 4110mg	179%
Total Carbohydrate 426.50g	155%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 112.40g
Protein 214.70g	429%

Vitamin D 48IU	238%
Calcium 410mg	32%
Iron 23mg	125%
Potassium 3043mg	65%

*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: 27.6%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 48.1%