Pineapple Chicken
Experience a burst of tropical flavors with this delightful Pineapple Chicken recipe. This dish beautifully balances sweet and savory notes, making it perfect for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Juicy chicken pieces are enveloped in a luscious sauce made from fresh pineapple juice and soy sauce, complemented by vibrant bell peppers and ginger. Each bite is a celebration of taste that is sure to delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs (or breast), cut into 1” pieces
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- 4 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1 cup pineapple slices, cut into chunks
- 1 bell pepper, cut into pieces
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, marinate chicken with salt and dry apple juice for about 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar to create the sauce.
- Coat marinated chicken evenly with cornstarch for crispiness.
- Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the coated chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Add pineapple chunks, bell pepper, and ginger to the pan; sauté for about 2 minutes until vegetables begin to caramelize.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and veggies. Cook until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
- Serve immediately over rice or your favorite grain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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