Description
Discover your new favorite weeknight meal with this incredibly easy and delicious Sticky Pineapple Chicken recipe. Succulent chicken thighs are coated in a sweet, tangy, and savory pineapple glaze, baked to perfection in one pan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve juice!)
- 1/2 cup reserved pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- Optional: Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- 1. Prep Chicken & Pineapple: Pat chicken dry and cut into 1.5-inch pieces. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice.
- 2. Whisk Sauce: In a bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- 3. Make Slurry: In a small separate bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Add to main sauce and whisk well.
- 4. Combine & Marinate: Place chicken and pineapple in a baking dish. Pour sauce over, tossing to coat. Marinate 30 mins (or up to 4 hours in fridge).
- 5. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange contents in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
- 6. Glaze & Finish: Stir chicken, pineapple, and thickened sauce. Bake another 10-15 minutes until sauce is very glossy and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil briefly for extra crispness if desired.
- 7. Rest & Serve: Let rest 5-10 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with rice or desired sides.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins