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Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe Easy and Irresistible Dinner

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick, vibrant, and flavorful one-pan dish featuring sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and colorful veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice, not syrup)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced or julienned
  • 1 medium onion, sliced into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Optional garnish: green onions and sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prep the ingredients: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, slice the veggies, and mince the garlic and ginger. If using fresh pineapple, cut it into chunks.
  2. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, water, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Stir-fry the veggies: Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Toss in the bell peppers, carrots, onion, and pineapple chunks. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the veggies are tender-crisp and the pineapple starts to caramelize slightly.
  5. Combine everything: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the veggies. Pour the sauce over the top and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, mix an additional teaspoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the pan. Use high heat for better caramelization and avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: pineapple chicken stir-fry, quick dinner, one-pan recipe, healthy stir-fry, family-friendly meal

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