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Plate of Braised Catalina Chicken garnished with herbs, showcasing a delicious meal.

Braised Catalina Chicken

A delightful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken thighs with the tang of Catalina dressing and the sweetness of pineapple, ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Juicier thighs recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Catalina dressing The star of the dish.
  • 1 cup pineapple Fresh or canned.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For added kick.
  • 2 tablespoons oil For cooking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken thighs and brown them on both sides until golden.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, combine the Catalina dressing and pineapple.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover it, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with your favorite sides, and drizzle some sauce from the pan over the chicken.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the Catalina dressing. This dish is great for meal prep and stores well in the fridge for about 3-4 days, or can be frozen for 2-3 months.