TANGY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

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Tender chicken in a tangy sauce, topped with pretty pineapple, makes a mouthwatering main dish. The recipe comes from Jean Ecos of Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with the thyme, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. Meanwhile, drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Cut pineapple rings in half and set aside. , Combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons juice until smooth; set aside. Combine the mustard, honey, garlic and remaining pineapple juice. Add to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove chicken and keep warm. , Stir cornstarch mixture. Gradually add to pan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return chicken to pan. Top with pineapple; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

umair ifraheem
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Quick, easy, and flavorful - what more could you want?


Maureen Raine
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I love pineapple chicken and this recipe is hands down the best. 5 stars!


Shelly Amore
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This recipe was easy to follow and the result was delicious. I served it over rice.


Roman Vasquez
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Made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Engineer Abdullah
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The flavors were on point! I'll definitely be making this again!


Lokesh Reddy
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Not bad! I added a bit of extra ginger to give it a bit more zing.


Sasandi Amarathung
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I thought the recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry.


Rm Ratin5238
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Perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory. Highly recommend!


kaleem tabassum
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Turned out great! I paired it with a side of steamed jasmine rice.


Athandwe Nazo
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I marinated the chicken overnight, and it was extra flavorful and juicy. This dish is a keeper!


Tarzita Martha
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Could not find Hoisin sauce and no substitute mentioned.


SyedhussnainRaza
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My husband and I enjoyed this recipe very much. The combination of pineapple, chicken, and sauce was delicious! We will definitely add this to our regular meal rotation.


abraham Lagat
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This pineapple chicken recipe was a real winner!


Treve Van den mescht
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This dish was amazing! The pineapple gave it a perfect tangy flavor and the chicken was cooked to perfection. My family loved it. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


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