Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry, a quick and easy dish bursting with tropical sweetness and savory goodness. This vibrant stir-fry combines tender chicken with juicy pineapple and colorful veggies, creating a satisfying meal for any occasion. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The balance of sweet pineapple juice, rich hoisin sauce, and fresh vegetables makes every bite irresistible. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that your family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 1/2 cups canned pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables into uniform pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, chicken broth, honey, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; add to the pan and cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, stir-fry red bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger for about 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return chicken to the pan; pour in the prepared sauce and stir well to coat. Cook until the sauce thickens (approximately 3–5 minutes).
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 384
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 96mg
Keywords: Customize your stir-fry by adding other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas. For added crunch, serve in lettuce wraps or over quinoa.