Chicken makes a great base for any dish. It is lean and protein-packed. It also has a light taste that works well with a variety of flavorings, ranging from sweet to spicy to fruity.
When thinking of fruity flavoring, pineapple makes a perfect match. It gives the perfect tang to the meat and a taste that is reminiscent of Hawaii and the Philippines. We feel the recipe we have here gives home cooks a great way to prepare a pineapple-glazed chicken. Read on to find out more about the dish as well as some other chicken pineapple combinations.
Pineapple Glazed Chicken
This recipe starts with four boneless and skinless chicken breasts that are seasoned with salt and pepper and browned in butter over medium heat.
Once the meat is browned, pineapple and brown sugar are added, and the meat is cooked until the liquid thickens into a sauce.
Although you can serve the meat with any side you like, rice is recommended. It makes the perfect complement for this Asian-style dish and the rice works to absorb the sauce and infuse it throughout the meal.
Ways to Alter Pineapple Glazed Chicken
Of course, there are many variations on the pineapple glazed chicken dish. The glaze itself typically consists of pineapple and brown sugar, but additional ingredients can be added such as salted butter and even rum.
You can also put different seasonings on the chicken to elevate your dish. Cinnamon and cayenne can be used to give the recipe a great island flavor. Another variation is pineapple glazed chicken with jalapeno salsa. For this recipe, mustard is the secret ingredient added to the pineapple juice and brown sugar glaze.
You can mix your own salsa, which should consist of pineapple, red pepper, cilantro, onion, and chiles. The ingredients are mixed in a bowl, and salt and pepper are added.
The chicken is brushed with the glaze and then topped with the salsa mix. Then, the whole dish is cooked through.
Other Chicken and Pineapple Recipes to Try
Chicken glazed pineapple is one of the more popular chicken and pineapple combinations, but there are many others that you can put in your home cooking arsenal. Here are a couple we recommend.
Chicken and pineapple are often used together as pizza toppings. You can make your own pizza from scratch and add pineapple and chicken as toppings, or just order a customized pie from your local pizzeria. We know that putting pineapple on pizza is one of the most hotly debated topics in the culinary world, but when done correctly it can really work.
While pineapple juice can be used to flavor a glaze for chicken, pineapple can also be diced up and added to chicken. This recipe calls for chicken to be seasoned with salt and pepper and cooked. Red pepper and pineapple are added and flavored with garlic and ginger.
A mixture of pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar is included in the recipe. Then, corn starch is thrown in as a thickening agent. The entire dish it sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions and served.
Of course, if you want to get adventurous with pineapple, there are plenty of meats besides chicken that work well with the tangy, fruity flavor. These include ham, sausage, pork, seafood, and more.
Make Your Own Chicken and Pineapple Dish
Making your own recipe that includes chicken and pineapple isn't as hard as it may seem. The idea of making a recipe from scratch is intimidating to many home cooks, especially those without a lot of experience in this area. There's no need to stress about it; millions of home cooks have made their own recipes, and you can too!
You already have two major ingredients selected with the chicken and the pineapple. Now, the next step is to determine if any other major ingredients will be added. For example, will you stick with just chicken or use additional meats? Figuring out what the overall composition of your dish will be is important.
Next, choose your seasonings. Don't go overkill with the seasonings, since that can override the taste of the main stars in your dish. Seasonings are meant to complement a dish. On the other hand, don't under-season your recipe. An under-seasoned dish is never a good one. It may take some time to find the right balance of seasonings, but use your experience and your best judgment to guide you.
Chicken and pineapple make an exotic combination that can add a delicious twist to a variety of meals and preparations. With a bit of creativity, you can make an island dish that is sure to take your family away on any given weeknight. What combination will you be making to put a smile on their faces tonight?
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Pineapple Glazed Chicken Recipe
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- Total Time: 30 minutes
Description
Chicken and pineapple make an exotic combination that can add a delicious twist to a variety of meals and preparations. With this recipe, you'll bring a little slice of the tropics into your home.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz.) can chunk pineapple
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Salt and pepper chicken breasts, brown in butter over medium heat.
- When browned, add pineapple and sugar.
- Continue cooking until liquid is thickened and forms a sauce. Serve over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 20 Minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
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