Description
A delightful blend of sweet pineapple and savory chicken, this stir-fry is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch dice
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 1/2 cups diced canned pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all stir-fry sauce ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add the bell pepper and onion to the pan. Stir-fry with the chicken for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the stir-fry sauce. Allow it to bubble and thicken while stirring occasionally for about 5-6 minutes until the sauce reduces and caramelizes the chicken.
- Remove from heat and stir in half of the green onions.
- Serve the pineapple chicken over steamed rice, garnishing with the remaining green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For added depth, marinate chicken in soy sauce and ginger before cooking. Consider adding cashews or peanuts for extra crunch.
