Whiskey Pineapple Chicken
A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors featuring marinated chicken cooked with whiskey and pineapple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup whiskey
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine whiskey, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a mixing bowl.
- Place the chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour; overnight is best.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
- Serve with grilled or sautéed pineapple chunks, drizzled with any remaining marinade if desired.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken overnight and use high-quality whiskey for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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