Pineapple chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the savory flavor of chicken. Here is a simple recipe to make pineapple chicken at home:
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can of pineapple chunks in juice
1/4 cup of soy sauce
1/4 cup of honey
2 tablespoons of cornstarch
1 tablespoon of minced garlic
1 tablespoon of grated ginger
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Cooked rice (optional)
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2. Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving the juice. In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
4. Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and pineapple, stirring to coat evenly.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve the pineapple chicken over cooked rice (optional) and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds, if desired.
Enjoy your delicious and flavorful pineapple chicken!