Description
Sticky Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that brings together tender chicken and a luscious teriyaki sauce, complemented by the tropical sweetness of pineapple. This flavorful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, it’s an easy option for any occasion. The vibrant colors and delightful flavors will surely make it a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced (or chicken thighs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned)
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp ginger, grated (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: dice chicken, chop pineapple, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add pineapple chunks, teriyaki sauce, and honey; stir until coated and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg