Teriyaki and Pineapple Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 2 lbs
• Pineapple chunks, canned or fresh: 1 (20-ounce) can or 1 cup fresh
• Teriyaki sauce: 1 cup
• Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
• Brown sugar: 1/4 cup
• Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
• Minced garlic: 2 cloves
• Green onions, sliced: 1/4 cup

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and garlic.
3. Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
4. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
5. Drain chicken from marinade and discard.
6. Grill or sauté chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
7. Add pineapple chunks to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
8. Return chicken to the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
9. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 4 ounces cooked chicken and 1/4 cup pineapple
• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory
• Tangy and slightly fruity
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Quick and easy to prepare

User Comments:

• "This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious."
• "I love how easy this recipe was to make. It's now a go-to for busy weeknights."
• "The pineapple adds a nice sweetness and acidity to the dish. It's a great balance to the teriyaki sauce."
• "I used fresh pineapple and it made a big difference in the flavor. Highly recommend!"
• "I served this with jasmine rice and it was the perfect meal. Definitely a keeper!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If using fresh pineapple, be sure to remove the core and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
• If you don't have teriyaki sauce on hand, you can substitute with a mixture of soy sauce, honey, and brown sugar.
• To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and teriyaki sauce.