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Sabrina Hermes

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken: Easy Recipe to Try!

A delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, this Pineapple Chicken recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned (drained if canned)
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper diced (red or green)
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the shredded chicken and pineapple chunks, mixing well.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.
  4. In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and serve over cooked rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • You can also substitute the chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.

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