Pineapple Chicken Asian Style (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken and pineapple cooked with crisp veggies in a flavorful sweet and tangy sauce.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
→ Seasoning and Coating
02 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Pepper to taste
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3 tablespoons cornstarch
→ Oils
05 -
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
→ Produce
06 -
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
07 -
1/2 medium onion, sliced or cut into bite-sized pieces
08 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Canned Goods
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2 cans (8 ounces each) pineapple tidbits or chunks, drained, reserve 3/4 cup juice
→ Sauce
11 -
3/4 cup pineapple juice (reserved from canned pineapple), supplemented with water if needed
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3 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or substitute apple cider vinegar)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
# How to Make It:
01 -
Combine pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, fresh ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth, adding water if pineapple juice is insufficient.
02 -
Toss chicken pieces with garlic powder, pepper, and 3 tablespoons cornstarch until evenly coated.
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Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in two batches to avoid crowding, 4 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil for second batch. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate.
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Add a splash of olive oil if pan is dry. Place pineapple tidbits in skillet and cook undisturbed for one minute.
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Add bell pepper and onion to the pineapple, stirring occasionally. Sauté for about 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in prepared sauce and cook over medium heat until sauce thickens and bubbles, approximately 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice or noodles.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
Use unsweetened canned pineapple packed in its own juice for best flavor balance.