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Healthy Pineapple Chicken Recipe

An easy pineapple chicken recipe made with tender chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, and a sweet and savory glaze, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs cubed
  • 2 cups pineapple chunks fresh or canned in juice and drained
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes and mince the garlic.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons water.
  5. Pour sauce over chicken and stir to combine.
  6. Add pineapple chunks and simmer for 8–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
  7. Remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving.

Notes

Drain pineapple well to avoid excess liquid. Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F for best results.