Ingredients
To create this mouthwatering dish, you’ll need a handful of simple ingredients, each playing a crucial role in building up the layers of flavor. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
If you can’t find fresh pineapple, canned works just as well. You can also substitute bourbon with apple juice for a non-alcoholic version.
Instructions
Now, let’s dive into how you can bring this flavorful dish to life in your own kitchen:
- Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the pineapple juice, bourbon, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium, and let it simmer in the sauce for about 15 minutes, until cooked through.
- Add the pineapple chunks and cornstarch slurry, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
As a tip from my kitchen to yours, always taste the sauce before serving. If you prefer it sweeter, adjust with more sugar; for a bit more tang, add a splash of vinegar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International