Spicy Pineapple, Ginger, Basil Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Pineapple, Ginger, Basil Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 chicken breasts; 8 ounces Italian salad dressing; 12 onion, diced; 5 -6 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon star ground anise; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 onion, sliced thinly; 4 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, pulverized; 12 basil leaves, thinly sliced; 3 cups fresh pineapple, cut into small bits; 1 teaspoon smokey paprika

Servings: persons

5 chicken breasts
8 ounces Italian salad dressing
12 onion, diced
5 -6 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon star ground anise
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 onion, sliced thinly
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, pulverized
12 basil leaves, thinly sliced
3 cups fresh pineapple, cut into small bits
1 teaspoon smokey paprika

1
Take the chicken breasts and pound the to about 1 inch thick.
2
Cut the breasts in half.
3
Place breasts in large bowl adding all the ingredients to the red pepper flakes and mix well evenly distributing and coating the breasts.
4
Put cling film on the bowl placing it into the fridge overnight.
5
The longer it marinates the juicer your outcome will be.
6
The next day prepare your pan.
7
It needs to be large enough so the chicken will be only one layer.
8
Heat the oven to 375 F.
9
Slice your onion very thinly and make an even layer in the pan.
10
Place on top of the onions the other ingredients.
11
Reserve about a cup of the pineapple and half a tsp of smoked paprika to put on top of the breasts.
12
Lay the basil leaves evenly across the pan so that each piece of chicken rest atop 1-3 leaves.
13
Lay the marinated chicken on top of the onions and basil leaves.
14
Evenly distribute the remaining pineapple and paprika onto the tops of the chicken.
15
Bake for 45-50 minutes until the chicken and pineapple becomes browned.
16
Don't bake too long as the chicken will become dry.
17
Remove from the oven and let rest.
18
Remove the breasts to a serving platter.
19
Pour the juices pineapple and onions from you baking pan into a large pan.
20
Heat until bubbling and add a slury of 2 tsp corn starch in water to the boiling juices to thicken.
21
Salt sauce to taste.
22
Pour the sauce around the breasts and serve.

834

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 chicken breasts, 8 ounces Italian salad dressing, 12 onion, diced, 5 -6 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pineapple, Ginger, Basil Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Pineapple, Ginger, Basil Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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