We know carrots are good for our eyes, but a recent study indicates that eating 3 or more servings of fruit per day may lower your risk of age-related eye problems. The pineapple in this recipe will add more fruit to your diet in a most delicious way. It’s healthy, refreshing, and delicious! If you give it a try please let us know in the comments.
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Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Makes: 4 servings
Active Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup dry sherry
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 20-ounce can pineapple rings, plus 1/3 cup juice from the can
- 4 large boneless, skinless chicken thighs, (about 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed (see Tip)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon butter
Preparation
- Whisk sherry, soy sauce, brown sugar and the 1/3 cup pineapple juice in a large bowl. Add pineapple rings and chicken and gently stir to coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat grill to medium-high.
- Remove the chicken and pineapple from the marinade and pat dry; reserve the marinade. Oil the grill rack. Grill the chicken and pineapple until the chicken is cooked through and the pineapple is marked, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Whisk the reserved marinade and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook, whisking, until reduced and thickened, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in butter. Serve the chicken and pineapple drizzled with the sauce.
Nutrition
Per serving: 360 calories; 11 g fat ; 83 mg cholesterol; 39 g carbohydrates; 22 g protein; 1 g fiber; 467 mg sodium
