# Sticky Pineapple Glazed Chicken

Juicy, golden chicken smothered in a sweet and savory pineapple glaze that comes together fast.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 0.5 cup pineapple juice
- 0.33 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

## Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Stir in pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and brown sugar.
6. Stir in pineapple chunks and simmer 3–4 minutes.
7. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens and turns glossy.
8. Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and simmer 2–3 minutes until beautifully glazed.
9. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh herbs before serving.

## Equipment

- large skillet

## Tips

- Serve over steamed jasmine rice
- Pair with roasted broccoli or snap peas
- Turn it into sliders with toasted brioche buns
- Slice and add to rice bowls for meal prep

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1E5zoRmAMv/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/8adca235-0d77-47d6-b2b9-c2d04807d842
- Extracted: 2026-02-27

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