Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of tangy and savory with this Sweet and Sour Pineapple Chicken! Ideal for dinner parties or family meals.
Ingredients
- Boneless Chicken Breast: Cut into bite-size pieces. Opt for fresh chicken for a juicier texture.
- Pineapple Chunks: Fresh or canned; the sweeter, the better!
- Bell Peppers: Use a mix of red, green, and yellow for a colorful dish that’s rich in vitamins.
- Onion: Adds sweetness and depth to the flavor profile; use yellow or red onions as preferred.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic lends a fragrant and savory note.
- Ginger: Freshly grated ginger adds a zesty kick.
- Soy Sauce: A key ingredient in the sauce, providing depth and umami flavors.
- Rice Vinegar: This enhances the tangy component of the dish; apple cider vinegar can be a substitute.
- Brown Sugar: Balances out the vinegar’s acidity with sweetness.
- Sesame Oil: For cooking and additional flavor.
- Cornstarch: To thicken the sauce and give it a glossy finish.
Instructions
- Start by mixing the sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sesame oil, and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat a tablespoon of sesame oil. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the bell peppers and onion; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- Now, toss in the pineapple chunks and pour the prepared sauce over the mixture. Stir well to combine everything.
- In a small separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a bit of water to create a slurry. Gradually add this to the skillet while stirring to thicken the sauce.
- Cook for another minute or until the sauce reaches your desired thickness, making sure everything is coated.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles for a complete meal!
Notes
- Be sure to taste the sauce as you prepare and adjust accordingly.
- You can add broccoli or carrots to increase the vegetable content.
- To reheat, simply add a tablespoon of water and heat slowly on the stove.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: sweet and sour, pineapple chicken, quick dinner