Description
Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that harmoniously blends tropical pineapple with succulent chicken for a delightful meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, chop the bell pepper, slice green onions, and mince the garlic.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add vegetables and pineapple: Stir in bell pepper and pineapple chunks; mix well.
- Pour in the sauce: Reduce heat slightly and add the sauce mixture. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and top with sliced green onions or cilantro. Serve hot over rice or salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added spice, include jalapeños or swap chicken for shrimp or tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.