Description
Pineapple Chicken (Asian Style) is a vibrant and flavorful dish that marries the sweetness of juicy pineapple with tender chicken and a medley of colorful vegetables. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, making it a family favorite. In just 35 minutes, you can savor a delightful meal that rivals your favorite takeout. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying experience that will transport your taste buds to the tropics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cans pineapple tidbits (drained, reserve juice)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 medium onion
Instructions
- Whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a bowl to create the sauce.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, season with garlic powder and pepper, then coat with cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté drained pineapple for one minute before adding chopped bell pepper and onion; cook until tender-crisp.
- Combine chicken back into the skillet; pour in the sauce and cook until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg