Name: Pineapple Chicken (Asian Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts (cut into 1" pieces); 3/4 cup pineapple juice (from the canned pineapple); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Pepper (to taste); 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided); 2 (8 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits or chunks (drained but reserve 3/4 cup juice for the sauce); 1/2 red bell pepper (cut into bite-size pieces); 1/2 medium onion (sliced or cut into bite-size pieces); 3 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar); 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Description

Indulge in a vibrant blend of flavors with this Pineapple Chicken (Asian Style) recipe. This delightful stir-fry combines tender chicken pieces, juicy pineapple, and fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish captures the essence of homemade goodness that rivals your favorite takeout. With its colorful ingredients and wholesome nutrition, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete dinner that will leave your family asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

2 chicken breasts (cut into 1" pieces)
3/4 cup pineapple juice (from the canned pineapple)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Pepper (to taste)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
2 (8 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits or chunks (drained but reserve 3/4 cup juice for the sauce)
1/2 red bell pepper (cut into bite-size pieces)
1/2 medium onion (sliced or cut into bite-size pieces)
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

Prepare the sauce by whisking together pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
Wash and chop the vegetables.
Coat chicken pieces with garlic powder, pepper, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl.
Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken in batches until browned and cooked through (about 4 minutes each side).
Stir-fry pineapple chunks for one minute before adding bell peppers and onions; cook until tender-crisp.
Return chicken to the skillet; pour in the prepared sauce and cook until thickened (1-2 minutes).
Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Marinating chicken can enhance flavor. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like broccoli or snap peas. Adjust sweetness with extra vinegar if needed.