Description

This sweet and sour pineapple chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a glossy, tangy-sweet sauce. With juicy pineapple, garlic, and ginger, it delivers the perfect balance of savory and fruity flavors—ideal for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce:
1 cup pineapple juice
1 cup pineapple chunks
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For Garnish:
2 green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat them evenly with cornstarch.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the pineapple juice, then add pineapple chunks, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and well coated.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes