Description
Sweet and Tangy Pineapple Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with the sweet and tangy flavors of fresh pineapple, creating a perfect balance that will impress your family and friends. This easy-to-make recipe features a glossy sauce made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, resulting in an irresistible glaze that clings to every bite. Whether served over fluffy rice or alongside colorful stir-fried vegetables, this dish is sure to become a favorite for casual dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2½ tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch; stir until smooth.
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-6 minutes).
- Pour sauce over cooked chicken; stir to coat evenly.
- Add pineapple chunks; stir and cook for another minute until heated through.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg