Chicken with Pineapple Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken with Pineapple Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3pound) roasting chicken, cut into 8 pieces; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and chopped, juices reserved; 2 medium onions, thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup white wine vinegar; 1/2 cup dry sherry; 1 to 2 cups chicken stock (optional); 1/4 cup chopped almonds

Servings: persons

1 (3pound) roasting chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and chopped, juices reserved
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup dry sherry
1 to 2 cups chicken stock (optional)
1/4 cup chopped almonds

1
Place the chicken pieces in a heavy bottomed saucepan or casserole.
2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Top the chicken with the pineapple chunks, pineapple juices, onions, red bell pepper, garlic, cinnamon stick and bay leaf.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar and sherry, and pour evenly over the top of the chicken.
5
Add chicken stock, if needed, to cover the chicken pieces with liquid.
6
(If you use canned pineapple chunks, the pineapple juice can be used instead of the chicken stock).
7
Cover loosely and simmer over low heat until the chicken is tender and the sauce is reduced, about 45 minutes.
8
Remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaf.
9
Transfer the chicken, fruit and vegetables to individual plates and sprinkle with the almonds.
10
Serve over rice and pour the sauce over the top.

578

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3pound) roasting chicken, cut into 8 pieces, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and chopped, juices reserved, and more.

Yes, Chicken with Pineapple Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken with Pineapple Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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