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Sweet & Spicy Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry Bowl


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  • Author: Cheryl
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A quick and flavorful stir-fry bowl featuring juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and a spicy, tangy sauce served over rice—perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.


Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 onion, sliced

1 bell pepper, sliced

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, grated

2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooked rice, for serving

Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Lime wedges, for serving


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add sliced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Add pineapple, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and rice vinegar. Stir and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  6. If desired, mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir into the pan to thicken the sauce.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan, toss everything together, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  8. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.

Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Add extra veggies like snap peas or broccoli.

Substitute sriracha with chili garlic sauce for different heat.

Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg