Pineapple Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
150 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pineapple Chicken
Description
This recipe sautés seasoned chicken breast pieces until cooked through, then adds red bell peppers and pineapple chunks to the pan. The sauce is prepared by mixing pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ground ginger, and cornstarch to thicken.
Once combined, the sauce is simmered briefly with the chicken and vegetables until it thickens and coats the ingredients evenly. The result is a colorful stir-fry with tender chicken and vegetables, featuring a glossy sauce that has sweet, tangy, and savory layers from the pineapple and hoisin components.
The finished dish is garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra texture and flavor. Pineapple Chicken is suitable as a main course served over rice or on its own for a flavorful home-cooked meal.
The notes mention that chicken thighs can substitute for breasts and that leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to a week when stored airtight.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast cut into 1 inch pieces, boneless skinless
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 Tbsp garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and season it with the salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken for 4-6 minutes stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through. Then add in the red bell pepper and pineapple and cook for 3-5 minutes until the pepper is tender.
- Then in a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger and cornstarch. Whisk until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Pour this mixture into the skillet and bring to a low simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Remove from heat once the sauce has thickened to your prefer.
- Serve topped with the sesame seeds and green onions. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts if preferred.
- Serve the dish as is or over white rice.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for 5-7 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 913mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 314mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 526IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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