Description
A savory-sweet American baked chicken dish marinated in a tangy pineapple-based sauce. Quick to prepare with bold, family-friendly flavors featuring ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. This halal-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or casual dinners.
Ingredients
3 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
Fresh pineapple slices, for garnish (optional)
Sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)
Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, chicken broth, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil
Place chicken thighs skin-side down in a baking dish
Pour marinade over the chicken and let marinate while oven preheats
Bake uncovered for 45-60 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through
If sauce is too runny, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry, add to baking dish, and let thicken during the last 10 minutes
Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving
Garnish with optional toppings
Notes
Use low-sodium soy sauce and chicken broth to reduce sodium
Marinate chicken for longer (1-2 hours) for deeper flavor
For crispier skin, flip thighs halfway through baking
Serve with steamed rice or roasted vegetables
Thighs can be replaced with chicken breasts
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 3500mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg