Pineapple Glazed Chicken with Jalapeno Salsa

Transform your dinner routine with this irresistible Pineapple Glazed Chicken with Jalapeño Salsa—a symphony of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors! Tender, golden-seared chicken thighs are bathed in a luscious pineapple-honey glaze infused with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then roasted to perfection for a sticky, caramelized finish. But the real game-changer? A vibrant jalapeño salsa bursting with diced pineapple, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro, adding a bold, refreshing kick to each bite. Ready in under an hour, this show-stopping dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, delivering a tropical twist that will excite every palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 cup pineapple (diced, fresh or canned)
• 2 jalapenos (seeded and finely diced)
• 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
• 1 lime (juiced)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, combine pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, then add it to the skillet. Stir the glaze continuously until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon the pineapple glaze over them.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken with the glaze halfway through cooking for added flavor.

Step 8

While the chicken is baking, prepare the jalapeno salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced pineapple, jalapenos, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Step 9

Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the pineapple glazed chicken topped with the fresh jalapeno salsa. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1940.4

Total Fat 108.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 486mg	0%
Sodium 2852.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 115.7g
Protein 115.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.5mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2188.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 28.4%