Description
This Pineapple Chicken recipe combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce, creating a delightful tropical flavor. It’s a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pineapple Sauce:
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Sliced green onions for garnish
- Steamed white rice
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken cubes with soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Make the Pineapple Sauce: In a saucepan, combine pineapple chunks, ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
- Cook the Chicken: In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil and cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Combine: Pour the pineapple sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve over steamed white rice.
Notes
- You can add bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and color.
- If you like a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the sauce by tweaking the amount of brown sugar and vinegar.
