Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry Ready in 20 Minutes
This vibrant Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and delicious dish that balances savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe can be prepared in just 20 minutes, and is sure to please both adults and kids.
Equipment
- 1 wok or large skillet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your ingredients. Slice the chicken and vegetables, and have your pineapple chunks ready.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and water. Stir until the cornstarch is dissolved and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Add the minced garlic, bell pepper, snap peas, and pineapple chunks to the pan. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles, if desired.
Notes
You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
Feel free to add additional vegetables such as broccoli or carrots based on your preference.
For extra heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes when stir-frying.