Tropical Pineapple Chicken

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 pound 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into chunks
• 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 small red onion, cut into chunks
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• for serving Cooked rice or noodles
• for garnish Fresh cilantro, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Set aside.
2. 2.Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. 3.Add chicken chunks and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. 4.Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. 5.In the same skillet, add garlic, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion. Cook until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
6. 6.Add pineapple chunks and cooked chicken back to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the ingredients.
7. 7.Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through.
8. 8.Serve the Tropical Pineapple Chicken over cooked rice or noodles.
9. 9.Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor extra heat, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
• chevron_rightFeel free to customize the vegetables by adding your favorites like carrots, snap peas, or broccoli.
• chevron_rightIf you prefer a thicker sauce, mix an additional tablespoon of cornstarch with water and add it to the skillet.
• chevron_rightServe with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.