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Delicious glazed pineapple chicken stir fry served in a bowl

Glazed Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry

A quick and flavorful stir fry featuring juicy chicken, caramelized pineapple, and fresh vegetables, all coated in a delightful glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced (or firm tofu for a vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (canned works too!)
  • 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated or minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil for additional flavor)
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (can substitute with maple syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (to thicken)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add diced chicken (or tofu) and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about one minute.
  4. Add bell pepper, snap peas, and onion; cook for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Stir in diced pineapple and let it caramelize slightly, about 2 minutes.
  6. Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixture, then pour over stir fry and cook until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and allow to settle before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

Notes

Serve over jasmine rice, steamed quinoa, or in wraps. For extra flavor, garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Adjust vegetables or use frozen ones as desired.

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