Description
The Ultimate Pineapple Chicken Recipe is a vibrant dish that brings together the sweet tang of pineapple and the savory goodness of chicken in a delightful stir-fry. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With juicy chicken pieces, colorful bell peppers, and a flavorful sauce made from pineapple juice and fresh spices, it’s a meal that will impress both family and friends. Serve it over fluffy rice or tender noodles for a satisfying dinner that’s both nutritious and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups boneless chicken (cut into chunks)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 medium onion (cut into pieces)
- Red/green bell peppers (cut into pieces)
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tsp fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp water
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine all sauce ingredients: pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, water, black pepper, paprika, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
- Marinate the chicken with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cornstarch for about 10 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Stir-fry bell peppers and onion in the same skillet until tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add cooked chicken back to the skillet with vegetables and pour in the sauce. Simmer until thickened.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and spring onion greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg