Hawaiian Chicken and Pears
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant Hawaiian Chicken and Pears recipe, a perfect fusion of sweet and savory with a touch of island flair. Tender seared chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of warming ginger, creating a flavor-packed base that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of ripe pears. This easy yet elegant dish is finished with a sprinkle of green onions and optional toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch, all served over a bed of fluffy white or nutty brown rice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is not only quick and simple but also a perfect way to infuse your weeknight dinners with bold, tropical flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces ripe pears (Bosc or Bartlett), cored and sliced
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- 4 cups cooked white or brown rice (for serving)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, ground ginger, and minced garlic. Stir well to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken cook in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Add the sliced pears to the skillet during the last 5 minutes of cooking. The pears should soften slightly but still hold their shape.
Once cooked, remove the chicken and pears from the skillet. Increase the heat to high and simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Serve the chicken and pears over a bed of cooked rice. Drizzle with the thickened sauce from the skillet.
Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired. Enjoy your Hawaiian-inspired dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2954 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.5 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4048 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 345.2 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.8 g | ||
| Protein | 244.3 g | 489% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2914 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
