Tangy Pineapple Chicken
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this irresistible Tangy Pineapple Chicken recipe! Tender, golden-brown chicken cubes are sautéed with vibrant red and green bell peppers, juicy pineapple chunks, and coated in an addictive homemade sauce made with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. The dish is brought together with a touch of cornstarch for that deliciously thick, glossy finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy skillet meal is as colorful as it is flavorful, making it a fantastic choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a tropical-inspired weekend treat. Serve it over warm steamed rice or noodles and garnish with fresh scallions for an extra burst of flavor. Perfect for fans of sweet-and-sour dishes, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 piece red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 piece green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 stalks scallions (for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and season them with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well to make the sauce.
In a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 1/4 cup of water and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken cubes until golden brown on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced red and green bell peppers and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly.
Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, then add the dissolved cornstarch mixture. Continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped scallions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.7 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 5091 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.5 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.6 g | ||
| Protein | 146.8 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2764 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
