Description
Sweet and spicy Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant, mouthwatering dish featuring tender chicken breast, juicy pineapple chunks, and colorful bell peppers enveloped in a delicious honey-sriracha glaze. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to gatherings with friends—this recipe balances sweetness and heat, making it an unforgettable meal that delights every palate. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, this dish fits seamlessly into your busy weeknight schedule. Paired with fluffy jasmine rice or your favorite sides, Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
Instructions
- Cook jasmine rice: In a medium saucepan, combine rice and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Prepare chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Sauté aromatics: Remove chicken; add garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add vegetables: Stir in onions and bell peppers; cook for 4-5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and sriracha; pour into the skillet.
- Combine everything: Return chicken to the skillet along with pineapple; toss well for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Plate over jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of sriracha. Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different variations.