Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Healthy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry Recipe! This dish combines tender chicken pieces with a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a tangy pineapple sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this stir fry is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, you can serve up a colorful and delicious meal that will delight your family and friends. Enjoy it over rice or noodles, or savor it on its own for a wholesome low-carb option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 small red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 small head broccoli
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup rice apple vinegar
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Cook the diced chicken until browned and cooked through, then remove and drain excess liquid.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of avocado oil and stir-fry the diced onion, red and yellow bell peppers, and broccoli until tender-crisp.
- In a bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, rice apple vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and arrowroot powder until smooth.
- Return the chicken and pineapple to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over everything and stir well; cook until sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg