Description
Sweet and Sour Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry is a vibrant dish that combines succulent chicken with the zesty sweetness of fresh pineapple. This quick stir-fry, ready in under 30 minutes, is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, tantalizing your taste buds with its delightful balance of flavors. The colorful ingredients make it not only delicious but also visually appealing, ensuring it’s a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing chicken and slicing vegetables.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger to the skillet; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in bell peppers and onion; sauté for about 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Mix in pineapple and pour the sauce over the stir-fry; cook until bubbling (2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg