Teriyaki Glazed Chicken with Pineapple Recipe
This Teriyaki Glazed Chicken with Pineapple recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and coated in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Fresh or canned pineapple chunks add a delightful tropical twist, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Garnished with green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish is versatile and easy to prepare on the stovetop, making it an ideal weeknight dinner served over rice or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Chicken and Garnish
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth, then add to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Add Pineapple and Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked, add pineapple chunks to the skillet and pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce glaze the chicken and pineapple, and heat through.
- Serve: Remove skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using. Serve the teriyaki glazed chicken with pineapple over rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor, but canned works well too.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar or honey.
- Make sure to cook chicken thoroughly to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer or increase cornstarch slightly.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables to complement the dish.
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