Pineapple chicken

CHICKEN PINEAPPLE
1 lb. chicken, cut into small pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, sliced
3-4 tablespoons of butter (vegetable oil can also be used as substitute)
1 can crushed pineapple (chunks can also be used)
1/2" slice fresh ginger, minced or grated
1 can evaporated milk
1/2 cup soy sauce (or according to taste)

Wash chicken. Place in a bowl. Combine crushed pineapple, ginger and soy sauce. Allow to marinate for 1 hour.
In a pan melt the butter (or oil) and sauté garlic and onion. Add chicken pieces and cover. When chicken is half cooked, add the marinade and bring to a boil over low heat. When chicken is tender and almost cooked, stir in the milk.