Pineapple chicken is an easy weeknight dinner. This quick stir-fry is as delicious as it is colorful! Serve with rice for a complete meal or with fried rice for a treat. Add red chile flakes to the mix if you want something sweet and spicy.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- salt to taste
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, cubed
- 1 bunch scallions, trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch lengths
- 1 (12 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
Gather all ingredients.
Step 2
Combine soy sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Add chicken strips and let marinate while preparing the remaining ingredients.
Step 3
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
Step 4
Add scallions and cook for 2 more minutes.
Step 5
Remove chicken from marinade and add to the wok; discard marinade. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 6
Combine pineapple juice and cornstarch in a bowl; mix together. Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 7
Pour in pineapple juice mixture and bring to a boil. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes.
Tips
You can also use a large skillet instead of a wok.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 307 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat13g | 17% |
Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
Cholesterol65mg | 22% |
Sodium783mg | 34% |
Total Carbohydrate22g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 11% |
Total Sugars15g | |
Protein26g | |
Vitamin C57mg | 284% |
Calcium69mg | 5% |
Iron2mg | 13% |
Potassium548mg | 12% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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