Pineapple Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Pineapple Chicken Recipe, where tender chicken meets sweet, juicy pineapple in a delightful, sticky sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues, this dish is sure to impress with its tropical flair and simplicity. Serve over rice or in tacos for a versatile meal that brings joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping chicken and dicing pineapple.
- In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce and brown sugar with some reserved pineapple juice; pour over chicken.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and simmer for another 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving hot over rice or in tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken for added flavor. Substitute mango for pineapple or add bell peppers for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.