Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry 

Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry is a flavorful dish that balances the sweetness of pineapple with the savory taste of chicken and vegetables. The stir-fry sauce, made from pineapple juice, chicken broth, honey, hoisin and soy sauces, rice vinegar, and cornstarch, creates a glossy glaze that coats every bite. This dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying meal.

 Full Recipe:

 Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 lb (454g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for cooking

• 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips

• 1 small onion, thinly sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced

• 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned

• 2 green onions, chopped, for garnish

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish

For the Stir-Fry Sauce:

• ¼ cup pineapple juice

• ¼ cup chicken broth

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water to form a slurry

 Directions

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, chicken broth, honey, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Set aside.

2. Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the red bell pepper and onion, and sauté until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

4. Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the pineapple chunks and the prepared sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

5. Finish and Serve: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Remove from heat. Serve the stir-fry over steamed rice and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

 Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 276 kcal

• Protein: 27g

• Carbohydrates: 22g

• Fat: 7g

• Saturated Fat: 1g

• Cholesterol: 83mg

• Sodium: 593mg

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 14g