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Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki

Yields4 ServingsTotal Time1 hr

Experience a tantalizing twist on classic chicken teriyaki, where succulent chicken meets the sweetness of pineapples, creating a harmony of flavors that dance on your palate.

 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple
 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
 2 tbsp honey or agave nectar
 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
 1 garlic clovefinely minced
 4 (about 2 pounds) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Teriyaki Sauce
1

Place the crushed pineapple, soy sauce, honey, ginger and garlic a bowl, whisk to combine. Pour half of the teriyaki sauce in a resealable plastic bag and reserve the other half.

2

Place the chicken breasts in the resealable bag, close and give it a good massage to coat with the marinade. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to overnight.

Chicken
3

When ready to cook, turn on the broiler and place the rack in the middle position. Place the marinated chicken breasts on a foil-lined baking sheet and spoon some of the chunky pineapple/ginger from the marinade on top of the breast. It will help keep the chicken moist. Broil for 8 to 10 minutes on each side, for a total of 16-20 minutes. Discard any remaining marinade in the bag.

4

While the chicken is broiling, heat the reserved teriyaki sauce (that you had previously set aside in step 1) in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3 minutes or until thickened slightly. When chicken is done, Slice the chicken, pour the teriyaki sauce over top and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

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