Sweet & Sticky Pineapple Bourbon Chicken
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken and juicy pineapple in a rich bourbon sauce, ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using tamari)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
- Fresh vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger to create a flavorful marinade.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place it in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Pour the bourbon mixture over the chicken and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks and continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the chicken over steaming rice or with a side of fresh vegetables.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Consider adding chopped green onions as a garnish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg