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Honey Pineapple Chicken

A delightful combination of sweet honey and juicy pineapple enveloping tender chicken in a savory glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (or canned pineapple chunks, drained)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the honey and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
  4. Toss in the diced pineapple and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  6. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, stirring to coat all the pieces in the sauce.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Notes

Storing: Leftovers will stay fresh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to one month, reheating in a skillet over low heat.