Whiskey Pineapple Chicken
A delightful dish that marries sweet pineapple with savory chicken in a rich whiskey sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup whiskey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix together the whiskey, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prep ingredients: While the chicken marinates, chop your pineapple into bite-sized chunks if fresh.
- Heat the pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Cook the chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through.
- Add pineapple and sauce: Stir in the pineapple chunks and reserved marinade. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, letting the sauce thicken and flavors meld.
- Serve: Plate your flavorful Whiskey Pineapple Chicken and garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh touch.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu. Marinate for maximum flavor. Serve with rice or a salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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