Pineapple Chicken
Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant and savory dish featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with sweet pineapple chunks in a tangy sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Add pineapple chunks and return chicken to the skillet.
- Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the skillet to thicken the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce is glossy and thickened.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding bell peppers or a dash of chili flakes for some heat.
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