Description
This Hawaiian Inspired Pineapple Shoyu Chicken is a sweet and savory dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich soy-pineapple sauce with garlic and ginger. Perfect served over steamed rice for an easy tropical-inspired family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups pineapple chunks with juice
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and black pepper if desired.
- Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Add the sliced onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple chunks with their juice. Mix well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir it into the pan.
- Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy enough to coat the chicken.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot over steamed rice.
Notes
- Use chicken breast instead of thighs for a leaner version.
- Add bell peppers or carrots for extra vegetables and color.
- Fresh pineapple can be used for a brighter flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy variation.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
