Pineapple Hawaiian Chicken

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Sep. 30, 2022
Diners take an instant trip to the tropics after one bite of this easy entree. Moist and tender, this chicken gets a fruitful flavor from pineapple, peaches and a zesty lemon glaze.—Gail Hutton, Bremerton, Washington

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peach halves, drained
  • 1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
  • Hot cooked rice, optional

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, brown chicken on both sides in 2 tablespoons butter. Transfer to a shallow microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until juices run clear.
  2. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and pineapple juice until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice, zest, soy sauce and thyme. In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining butter until tender. Stir juice mixture and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  3. Arrange peaches and pineapple over chicken; baste with sauce. Cover and microwave for 1 minute or until sauce is bubbly. Serve over rice with remaining sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 347 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.