Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple

Description

This tropical-inspired dish pairs juicy pineapple with tender chicken in a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s a sweet, savory, and tangy meal that comes together quickly and is perfect served over rice or noodles for a crowd-pleasing dinner.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

• ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
• ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp sesame oil

Additional Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• Cooked white rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

1. Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
   • In another small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth, then stir into the sauce mixture.
   • Heat the mixture in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens (3–5 minutes). Remove from heat.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
   • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
3. Combine with Pineapple and Sauce:
   • Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir for 2–3 minutes until slightly caramelized.
   • Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir to coat everything evenly. Let simmer for 2–3 more minutes.
4. Garnish and Serve:
   • Serve hot over rice or noodles.
   • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Serving Suggestions with Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple

For added crunch, serve with steamed broccoli, snap peas, or a side of cucumber salad.

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