Description
Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the sweetness of pineapple, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables in a quick and easy meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this one-pan wonder takes just 20 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy families. The combination of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and honey creates a delectable sauce that enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or breasts)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 1/2 cups canned pineapple chunks
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop chicken and vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Make Sauce: In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a pan; add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Add Vegetables: Stir in bell pepper and onion; sauté for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Combine: Pour sauce over chicken and veggies; stir to coat and cook until thickened (2–3 minutes).
- Finish: Fold in pineapple chunks; heat through for another minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg