Here’s a delicious Whiskey Pineapple Chicken recipe that combines the smoky flavor of whiskey with the sweetness of pineapple:
Whiskey Pineapple Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup whiskey (your favorite brand)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, whiskey, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for better flavor.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan or a regular skillet.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prepare the Whiskey Pineapple Glaze:
- While the chicken is grilling, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan.
- Bring the marinade to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until it reduces and thickens into a glaze.
- Finish the Dish:
- During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with the whiskey pineapple glaze.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the grill and cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side, until they are slightly caramelized.
- Serve:
- Remove the chicken and pineapple from the grill.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken with grilled pineapple chunks, drizzled with extra glaze.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
Enjoy your flavorful Whiskey Pineapple Chicken with a side of steamed rice or a fresh salad!