Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Pineapple Chicken (Asian Style), a delightful dish that combines sweet and tangy elements for a satisfying weeknight meal. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken pieces sautéed with juicy pineapple and colorful veggies, all enveloped in a delicious homemade sauce. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, it’s perfect for busy families seeking a healthier alternative to takeout. Customize your stir fry with your favorite vegetables and serve it over rice or noodles for a deliciously comforting dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into 1" pieces)
- 2 cans pineapple tidbits (drained)
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 red bell pepper (cut into pieces)
- Olive oil
- Cornstarch, garlic powder, and spices
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, pepper, and cornstarch.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet; cook chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté pineapple until slightly caramelized; add bell pepper and onion until tender-crisp.
- Combine everything in the skillet, pour in the sauce, and simmer until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg