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Pineapple chicken breast served with creamy sauce
Pineapple Chicken Breast Recipe Image

Creamy Pineapple Chicken Breast

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
The meeting of savory and sweet flavors (agrodolce) is always exciting. Pineapple doesn't just harmonize in taste with the chicken, but it has special chemistry too: it contains an enzyme called bromelain that breaks down proteins, tenderizing the meat. The cream and cheese create a rich, creamy blanket over the dish, bridging the fruitiness with the savory meat.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 520 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Meat mallet (use gently)
  • Grater

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Slice the chicken breast, pound gently to flatten, then pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

Tip: A dry surface is crucial for browning (Maillard reaction). Wet meat will just steam and turn gray.
2 ✓

In a mixture of butter and oil, sear the chicken quickly until golden brown on both sides. Remove to a plate.

Tip: The oil protects the butter from burning, while the butter adds flavor. No need to cook through, just sear the crust.
3 ✓

In the remaining fat, toss in the crushed garlic and drained pineapple. Sauté until the pineapple starts to caramelize.

Tip: The sugar content of the pineapple deepens and becomes richer with heat.
4 ✓

Pour in the cream and simmer slightly until it starts to thicken. Return the chicken to the sauce.

Tip: As the water in the cream evaporates, the fat creates an emulsion with the juices, making it creamy.
5 ✓

Sprinkle the top with grated cheese, cover, and simmer on low heat until the cheese melts and the chicken is cooked through (approx. 5-8 minutes).

Tip: You can also place it in the oven to broil if you have an oven-safe skillet.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use fresh pineapple?
Be careful. Fresh pineapple enzymes can make the cream bitter (protein breakdown). If using fresh, cook it a bit first to neutralize the enzymes (heat treatment). Canned pineapple doesn't have this issue.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs Chicken Breast Fillets
  • 1 can (20 oz) Pineapple Slices or Chunks
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups Grated Cheese (e.g., Gouda)