Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry 

Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and juicy pineapple chunks, all coated in a savory-sweet sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, offering a delightful balance of textures and tastes that will satisfy your cravings for both sweet and savory flavors.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

• 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.

2. Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced red bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

4. Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the fresh pineapple chunks and the prepared sauce. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened and everything is evenly coated.

5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 330 kcal

• Protein: 23.6g

• Fat: 9.4g

  • Saturated Fat: 1.9g

• Carbohydrates: 42.5g

  • Dietary Fiber: 2.8g

  • Sugars: 14.2g

• Sodium: 566mg

• Cholesterol: 56.6mg

• Potassium: 377.4mg

• Calcium: 37.7mg

• Iron: 1.9mg