Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Sticky Pineapple Chicken, a dish that effortlessly combines sweet and tangy flavors for an unforgettable dining experience. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken thighs coated in a luscious sauce made from pineapple juice and hoisin sauce, creating a mouthwatering glaze that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings, serving this dish in hollowed-out pineapple bowls adds a fun twist that will impress your guests. Enjoy it over steamed rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal that transports you to paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup low sodium chicken stock
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon minced fresh garlic
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup roasted, salted cashews (optional)
- Rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken stock, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil and simmer until thickened.
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and stir in diced pineapple. Cook for an additional minute until heated through.
- Serve over rice or in pineapple bowls for a vibrant presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg