Description
A sweet and savory pineapple chicken dish with tender chicken, pineapple, and a flavorful sauce over fluffy rice—a quick, satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the minced ginger and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Pour in the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- If using, add red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Remove from heat and serve the pineapple chicken over cooked rice.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple for a more vibrant flavor.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in a pan or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
