Description
When you’re craving something flavorful, saucy, and satisfyingly simple, Baked Teriyaki Chicken Thighs with Pineapple checks every box. Juicy chicken thighs are oven-baked in a rich homemade teriyaki glaze, then paired with sweet, caramelized pineapple that brings tropical warmth and balance to every bite.
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
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½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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¼ cup honey or brown sugar
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 tablespoons water
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger (or ½ tsp ground)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
Add-Ins:
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1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
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Optional: green onions & sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Step 2: Sear the Chicken (Optional)
For extra flavor, quickly sear thighs in a skillet with olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned. This is optional but adds a golden color and helps lock in juices.
Step 3: Make the Teriyaki Sauce
In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry and whisk until thickened (2–3 minutes). Remove from heat.
Step 4: Assemble & Bake
Place chicken thighs in your baking dish. Pour teriyaki sauce over the top, turning the chicken to coat. Nestle pineapple chunks around the chicken.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, basting once halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and glazed beautifully.
Step 5: Finish & Garnish
Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for color and crunch. Spoon extra sauce over the top and serve hot.
Notes
Use Thighs for Flavor – They’re more forgiving than breasts and soak up sauce better.
Baste for More Glaze – Spoon sauce over chicken during baking to build layers of sticky flavor.
Want Caramelized Pineapple? – Broil the last 2 minutes to char the edges slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired