Have you been craving something different, flavorful, and easy to make for your weeknight dinner? Try our Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Chicken Stir-fry! This dish will take your taste buds on a tropical vacation with every bite. It’s a perfect blend of sweet, sour, spicy, and savory that would have anyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients:
For Chicken Marinade:
-1 lb chicken breast (sliced into thin strips)
-2 tablespoons soy sauce
-1 tablespoon cornstarch
-Salt and pepper to taste
For Stir Fry:
-1 large bell pepper (sliced)
-1 medium onion (sliced)
-1 cup pineapple chunks
-2 cloves garlic (minced)
-1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
-2 tablespoons oil
For the Sauce:
-1/3 cup pineapple juice
-1/3 cup chicken broth
-1 tablespoon soy sauce
-1 tablespoon vinegar
-1 tablespoon brown sugar
-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Steps:
1. Start by marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Set aside for 15-30 minutes.
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the chicken. Cook until it’s browned and cooked through, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep it warm.
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In the same skillet, add another drop of oil if needed, then add the bell pepper and onions. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Then add the minced garlic and ginger. Continue to stir fry for another minute.
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While the vegetables are sizzling, make your sauce – whisk together the pineapple juice, chicken broth, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour the sauce in your skilled and add pineapple chunks, stirring well to coat all the veggies. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken.
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Add the cooked chicken back into the skilled and stir everything together. Allow it to cook for another 2 minutes so that the flavors combine.
Serve our sweet and spicy pineapple chicken stir-fry piping hot, garnished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and side of steamed rice. A meal that’s not only delicious but also pleasing to the eyes. Enjoy!
This dish is perfect for anyone who enjoys a mix of different flavors. The sweetness of the pineapple combined with the zestiness of ginger and the heat of the red pepper flakes makes it a perfect weeknight dinner or a fancy weekend treat. Try this recipe now and taste a piece of tropical paradise without leaving your kitchen! Don’t forget to let us know how much you loved it.
Culinary Happiness Awaits! Bon Appétit!
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