Pineapple Chicken

35 min · Serves 5

Based on a recipe from Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network, via USDA MyPlate Kitchen

Steps written by Kubbord

What goes in

• 2½ lbboneless skinless chicken
• 1.2 mlsalt
• 0.6 mlblack pepper
• 1 cancanned pineapple chunks or crushed
• 2 fl ozwater

How to cook it

1. Place a large skillet over medium heat, then arrange the chicken in a single layer in the pan.
2. Season the chicken evenly with the salt and black pepper.
3. Cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until the chicken begins to lightly brown on both sides.
4. Pour the canned pineapple and the water into the skillet, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
5. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until the chicken is tender and registers an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
6. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the chicken and pineapple sauce onto plates to serve.

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