Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
5687 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian, International
Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
Description
Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Thighs combine tender chicken thighs with a glossy teriyaki sauce enriched by fresh ginger, garlic, and pineapple. The sauce is prepared by simmering pineapple juice with aromatics and thickening it to a shiny glaze, then incorporating pineapple chunks for texture. The chicken is arranged in a casserole dish, covered in this vibrant sauce, and baked until fully cooked, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become moist and infused with the sweet and tangy teriyaki.
The finishing touch of fresh green onions adds subtle sharpness and color, enhancing the dish's presentation. Serving the chicken along with the pineapple pieces and sauce over steamed rice creates a satisfying meal that balances savory, sweet, and acidic notes.
Ingredients
- 15 oz can pineapple chunks $1.29, in juice
- 1 inch fresh ginger $0.11, grated
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce $0.40
- 1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar $0.17
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar $0.03
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch $0.04
- 4 chicken thigh $2.35, boneless, skinless, about 1 1/4 lbs
- 3 green onion $0.33, whole, sliced
- 4 cups rice $0.69, cooked
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Drain the pineapple juice from the can to use in the sauce (it should be about 3/4 cup juice total). Save the pineapple chunks for later. Combine the pineapple juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a small sauce pot. Stir until everything is well combined and the cornstarch is dissolved. Cook the mixture over medium heat until it begins to boil and becomes thick and glossy. Turn the burner off and add the pineapple chunks to the sauce.
- Coat a small casserole dish with non-stick spray. Arrange the chicken thighs in the dish so that they are not overlapping. Pour the pineapple teriyaki sauce over the chicken, allowing some to get under the chicken pieces.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Top the chicken with the sliced green onions. To serve, scoop one chicken thigh plus pineapple pieces and sauce over a bowl of cooked rice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 5687 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 568.7kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 72.68g | 24% |
| Protein | 40.93g | 82% |
| Fat | 12.85g | 20% |
| Sodium | 1813mg | 76% |
| Fiber | 2.08g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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