A delicious and easy-to-make chicken recipe with a tropical twist. Perfect for a family dinner or a summer gathering, this dish combines savory chicken with the sweetness of pineapple and the tanginess of soy sauce.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp ginger
- 400 grams pineapple chunks
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 60 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
Step 2
Place chicken breasts in a large resealable bag and pour the soy sauce mixture over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 4
Remove chicken from the marinade and place it in a baking dish. Discard the marinade.
Step 5
Add pineapple chunks around the chicken in the baking dish.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Step 7
In a small saucepan, mix cornstarch and water until smooth, then add to the pan juices from the baking dish. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
Step 8
Serve the chicken with pineapple and the thickened sauce drizzled on top.