Description
Juicy Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the sweet and tangy taste of pineapple to tender chicken, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. This quick recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, allowing you to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The delightful combination of fresh pineapple chunks, colorful vegetables, and a savory teriyaki sauce creates an explosion of flavor that the whole family will love. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups broccoli flowers
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch squares
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups of fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic, broccoli flowers, and red bell pepper; stir-fry for another 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, sesame oil, honey, and ginger; pour over chicken and vegetables.
- Fold in fresh pineapple chunks; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles; garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and pineapple juice for 30 minutes before cooking. You can easily customize this dish with your favorite vegetables like snap peas or carrots. Serving immediately ensures the chicken remains juicy and full of flavor.