Tropical Pineapple Chicken Chunks with Salsa

1. Prepare the Marinade

Mix the dark brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large bowl. Add the kosher salt, garlic powder, ground cayenne, and black pepper to the mix.

2. Prepare the Salsa

Take 1 tablespoon of the marinade and set it aside in a medium bowl. Add the diced pineapple, finely diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to this bowl to create the salsa.

3. Marinate the Chicken

Add the grated pineapple along with its juices to the large bowl containing the remaining marinade. Add the chicken chunks, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for about 15 minutes.

4. Cook the Chicken

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil to coat the pan. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken chunks. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and caramelized, then reduce the heat slightly and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

5. Serve

Serve the chicken chunks over a bed of cooked white rice and top with the reserved pineapple salsa.