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Irresistible Pineapple Chicken Thighs for a Tropical Feast

Irresistible Pineapple Chicken Thighs for a Tropical Feast

This Irresistible Pineapple Chicken Thighs recipe combines juicy chicken with sweet pineapple for a delightful tropical feast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with honey
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tbsp Grated Ginger Fresh ginger yields best flavor
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Lemon juice works as a substitute
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Use bone-in or skin-on for extra flavor
Add-Ons
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple Canned pineapple can be used if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Omit if allergic or prefer lighter flavor
  • 2 pieces Green Onions Can be substituted with chives

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your workspace.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice.
  4. Chop the fresh pineapple into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the marinade.
  5. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken thighs, seal the bag, and massage to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and discard any leftover marinade.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  8. Remove from the oven, drizzle with sesame oil, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken thighs for at least an hour or overnight. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) to avoid dryness.

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