In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
In the same skillet, combine the pineapple chunks, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, minced garlic, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
1 cup pineapple chunks, ½ cup packed brown sugar, ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 clove garlic, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the sauce ingredients.
1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon water
Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the brown sugar pineapple sauce.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Serve immediately over rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Enjoy!
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, 2 green onions
