Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this sweet and sour pineapple chicken stir-fry, a dish that transforms any mealtime into a festive gathering. Tender chicken pieces are combined with juicy pineapple, colorful bell peppers, and a luscious sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tanginess. Quick to prepare and versatile enough for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water
- 2 tsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice bell peppers and onion; mince garlic.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch slurry until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add sliced onions and bell peppers; stir-fry until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in pineapple chunks; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the mixture; cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg