Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken: a delightful blend of sweet pineapple and tender chicken cooked to perfection in just 30 minutes. This dish is not only quick but also versatile, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The juicy chicken is complemented by colorful bell peppers and a savory-sweet sauce, creating an irresistible meal that’s sure to impress family and friends. Serve it over rice or with fresh garnishes for an added tropical twist that brings a taste of Hawaii right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
- Sesame seeds for topping
- Green onions, sliced for topping
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet; sear for about 6 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Incorporate pineapple chunks and cook for another 4 minutes until caramelized.
- Pour in the prepared sauce; let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch with water to create a slurry; add to the skillet and stir until thickened.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving with rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg