Description
Indulge in a delightful Pineapple Chicken recipe that combines tender chicken with juicy pineapple in a savory sauce. This quick and easy dish takes just 20 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The sweet-tangy flavor of pineapple beautifully complements the savory notes of the chicken, creating a balanced meal that your family will love. Serve it over steamed rice or toss it in a wrap for a fun twist on leftovers. Customize with garnishes like green onions and sesame seeds for added texture and flavor. Enjoy this vibrant, nutritious meal that promises satisfaction at every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
- 2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Optional: Thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness and coat lightly with flour.
- Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown the chicken for about 3-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, combine reserved pineapple juice, honey, teriyaki sauce, and pepper; stir in cornstarch mixture until thickened.
- Add pineapple chunks and browned chicken back to the skillet; heat until warm.
- Serve over rice and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg