Description
A quick and flavorful 15-minute sweet chili pineapple chicken stir-fry that combines juicy chicken, sweet pineapple chunks, and a tangy-sweet chili sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless chicken thigh fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice (from the can or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
- Sliced scallions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat the cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the hot oil and stir-fry until lightly browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the sweet chili sauce, pineapple juice, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
- Add the pineapple chunks and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with scallions if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh or canned pineapple depending on availability.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce depending on your preferred spice level.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
