Description

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Peppers is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining succulent chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful bell peppers in a rich teriyaki sauce. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this easy recipe will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy the delightful harmony of sweet and savory flavors as you serve this dish over rice or on its own.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 bell peppers (one red, one yellow)
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
2 green onions (sliced for garnish)
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces and dicing the bell peppers and pineapple.
Marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
Add bell peppers and pineapple, cooking until veggies soften (4-5 minutes).
Drizzle remaining teriyaki sauce over the mixture, stirring gently for another couple of minutes.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving hot over rice or as is.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For a different protein option, swap chicken for shrimp or tofu. Enhance flavor with fresh herbs like cilantro or basil.