Best 13 Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick, easy, and delicious meal, pineapple chicken stir fry is a great option. This classic dish is made with chicken, pineapple, and vegetables, all stir-fried in a flavorful sauce. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a healthy and budget-friendly meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious pineapple chicken stir fry on the table in no time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE STIR-FRY



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We love how the snappy veggies and pineapple make this stir-fry taste fresh and bright. Add brown sugar and you get a sweet-and-sour dish that's packed with flavor. -DeEtta Rasmussen, Fort Madison, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
5 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3 medium carrots, chopped
1 small onion, sliced
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, mix pineapple juice, cornstarch and ginger until smooth. Stir in broth, brown sugar, soy sauce and molasses., In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and seasonings. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time; close bag and shake to coat., In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink. Remove from pan; discard cooking juices., Stir-fry vegetables in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Return chicken to pan. Add reserved pineapple; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed into bite-size pieces
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper diced
4 scallions, sliced, whites and greens divided
2/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chile paste, plus more to taste
2 cloves garlic, pressed
One 20-ounce can diced pineapple, drained and juice reserved
1/4 cup fried onions, such as French's
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon chile-lime seasoning, such as Tajin
Cooked brown rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and butter. When the butter is melted and the oil is hot, add the chicken, bell peppers and the whites of the scallions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, chile paste, garlic and 2 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice to a mason jar. Secure the lid and shake until mixed thoroughly, then set aside.
  • Mix together the fried onions, peanuts, sesame seeds and chile-lime seasoning in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • When the chicken has cooked through, add the drained pineapple and stir to combine. Give the sauce a final shake and add it to the skillet. Allow the sauce to come to a boil and thicken, about 1 minute.
  • Serve over the rice, garnishing with the peanut mixture and reserved scallion greens.

PINEAPPLE-GINGER CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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I found the original recipe on a can of pineapple slices in the 1980s. After making it for a number of years, I lightened up the ingredients and adapted it to a quick skillet meal. My family gave it a big thumbs-up, and we've enjoyed it this way ever since! -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
Hot cooked brown rice
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Mix cornstarch, soy sauce, honey, cinnamon and reserved juice until smooth. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes. Remove from pan., In same pan, saute onion, ginger and garlic in remaining oil until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Stir cornstarch mixture; add to pan with chicken and pineapple chunks. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until sauce is thickened and chicken is cooked through, 5-7 minutes., Serve with rice. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHEET-PAN TERIYAKI CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE STIR-FRY



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No wok necessary for this stress-free, stir fry-inspired dinner! Bite-size pieces of chicken are tossed with a flavor-packed honey-teriyaki sauce, pineapple chunks and red pepper strips, spread on a sheet pan and popped in a hot oven for a quick and simple dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 1/2 cups 1-inch cubes fresh pineapple
2 medium carrots, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seed
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 500°F. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat teriyaki sauce, honey and Sriracha sauce with whisk. Add chicken, pineapple, carrots and bell pepper; gently toss to coat. Arrange in single layer on sheet pan.
  • Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center (at least 165°F). Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seed and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Frozen vegetables and canned pineapple make this colorful tender chicken dish so convenient without sacrificing any flavor.-Renee Endress, Galva, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 package (16 ounces) frozen stir-fry vegetable blend
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 5-6 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Add the vegetables; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in pineapple and reserved soy sauce mixture; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 877mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

ORANGE & PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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This stir-fry has an incredible melding of flavors. Don't let the list of ingredients fool you, there is nothing exotic in here, and it goes together real quick.

Provided by Dugyb

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 17m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

10 ounces linguine
10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
1 1/2 cups asparagus (chopped)
1 1/2 cups sweet red peppers (sliced)
1 cup baby corn (chopped)
3/4 cup water chestnut (sliced) (optional)
3/4 cup bamboo shoot (canned) (optional)
1 cup pineapple chunk
1 cup mandarin orange section
2 teaspoons oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup chicken stock
1/3 cup orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soya sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic (crushed)
1 1/2 teaspoons gingerroot (crushed)

Steps:

  • Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Cook pasta until firm to the bite, drain and set aside.
  • Saute chicken in a non-stick skillet at med high heat until just browned. remove from pan and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add oil and saute asparagus and red pepper until just tender (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Add Chicken, corn, pineapple (water chestnuts and bamboo shoots if using) and sauce and cook on med high until sauce has thickened and there is no pink in the chicken (about 2 minutes).
  • Add orange sections and pour over pasta, toss and serve hot.

CHICKEN PINEAPPLE STIR-FRY



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The brown sugar called for in this recipe gives the chicken a superior taste. -Mel Miller, Perkins, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving the juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and reserved juice until smooth. Stir in the vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce and ginger; set aside., In a wok or large skillet, stir-fry the chicken in 2 tablespoons oil for 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink; sprinkle with garlic salt. Remove and keep warm. , Stir-fry the carrots in remaining oil for 4 minutes. Add green pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add chicken and pineapple., Stir pineapple juice mixture; pour into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add the tomato wedges. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PINEAPPLE-CITRUS TERIYAKI CHICKEN & VEGGIE STIR-FRY



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This is one of my husbands favorite dishes. And, my sisters! It truly tastes like it could have come from an expensive Asian restaurant! Your family and guests will be complimenting you all evening!

Provided by Mary Feltman

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 chicken breasts, boneless/skinless
1 onion, chopped
1 broccoli head, florets separated
2 medium carrots, sliced on the digonal
4 clove garlic, minced
1/2 c pure pineapple juice
1/2 c *orange juice, fresh or *crystals
1 c honey
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1 c teriyaki sauce
1/2 c mirin
2 Tbsp oyster sauce
2 Tbsp szechuan spicy stir-fry sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp grapeseed oil
1/2 tsp kosher salt, more if needed
1 tsp cracked pepper
1/3 c cornstarch
4 Tbsp butter
1/4 c *grapefruit juice, fresh or *crystals
1 1/2 c water, as needed to dilute

Steps:

  • 1. Make sauce: In a large bowl, add: pineapple juice, *grapefruit juice, *orange juice, teriyaki sauce, mirin, oyster sauce, sesame oil, Szechuan sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, *and water, if needed. Whisk thoroughly. Add cornstarch and whisk thoroughly. Set aside.
  • 2. Cut the broccoli florets into bite-size pieces. Medium dice the onion Slice the carrots thinly, and on the diagonal.
  • 3. Heat a large skillet on medium-high. Add enough butter and oil to stir-fry the vegetables Stir-fry broccoli, onions, and carrots til tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
  • 4. Cube chicken breasts, and salt and pepper them. In same skillet, add enough oil to stir-fry the chicken. Add chicken; when almost done, add vegetables back to skillet.
  • 5. Pour sauce into skillet and stir to combine with the chicken and vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring, for a few minutes, to thicken the sauce.
  • 6. Serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or noodles. Top with sesame seeds. Enjoy!
  • 7. *I sometimes use True Lemon crystals when I'm out of fresh lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit juice. If you use these crystals, you DEFINITELY need to dilute with 1 1/2 cups of water; and, even if you use fresh juice, you can dilute some, according to your taste.

PINEAPPLE GINGER CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Make and share this Pineapple Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
3 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 green onions, cut into 2 nch pieces
1/4 cup minced crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat.
  • Add oil and when hot add chicken and stir-fry until brown on all sides, about 6 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Add pineapple and molasses to wok and stir-fry until pineapple is brown and tender.
  • Stir in the lime juice, red pepper flakes, green onions and chicken.
  • Sauté until scallions are bright green and the chicken is fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
  • Toss in ginger and serve over rice.

SPICY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Categories     Chicken     Fruit     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces pineapple
1/6 cup soy sauce
1/6 cup molasses
4T malt vinegar
1/2 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 tablespoon sriracha (this will be pretty mild, add more for extra heat)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
1 pounds chicken, cut into one inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Some red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • 1.In a blender pure the pineapple. Add the soy sauce, molasses, vinegar, ketchup, sriracha, garlic, and ginger, and mix well. Cover the chicken with the marinade and leave in the refrigerator for about six hours. 2. In a large sauté pan heat the oil until very hot. Place the chicken with the marinade that sticks to it in the pan and fry for about 15 minutes, until chicken is well done and marinade is reduce to a caramelized coating on the chicken. (Make sure you do not overcrowd the pan, so you may have to do this in batches. If you have any leftover marinade, deglaze the pain with it and reduce to thick sauce.) Serve with steamed rice.

LOW-FAT PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Make and share this Low-Fat Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup light soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (16 ounce) package frozen stir fry vegetables
1 (16 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained (serve over hot cooked rice)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the first 6 ingredients, set aside.
  • In a large skillet or wok, stir fry chicken in oil for 5 to 6 minutes until juices run clear.
  • Add vegetables& stir fry 3-4 minutes till crisp-tender.
  • Stir in pineapple and soy sauce mix.
  • Heat through.

SPICY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR FRY RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Spicy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by garciamoss

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces pineapple
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup molasses
3 tablespoons malt vinegar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon sriracha (this will be pretty mild, add more for extra heat)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
2 pounds chicken, cut into one inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Some red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • In a blender pure the pineapple. Add the soy sauce, molasses, vinegar, ketchup, sriracha, garlic, and ginger, and mix well. Cover the chicken with the marinade and leave in the refrigerator for about six hours. In a large sauté pan heat the oil until very hot. Place the chicken and fry for about 15 minutes, until chicken is well done and marinade is reduce to a caramelized coating on the chicken. (Make sure you do not overcrowd the pan, so you may have to do this in batches.) Serve with steamed rice.

MANDARIN PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR FRY



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I decided to be creative with what I had on hand, and this is what I came up with. My fiance and I both loved it and I wanted to share.

Provided by Tina Leffelman

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb boneless. skinless chicken breasts cut into chunks
1/2 medium onion- diced
2 Tbsp minced garlic
to taste fresh red, green or yellow peppers- cut into chunks
1 - 15 oz can(s) mandarin oranges (undrained)
1 - 20 oz can(s) chunk or crushed pineapple ( undrained)
to taste worchestershire sauce
to taste soy sauce
to taste nature's seasons or salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Saute chicken in olive oil till done- Season with Nature's seasons or salt and pepper to taste
  • 2. Add Onions, peppers and garlic, and saute until onions are transparent.
  • 3. Add Soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce, mandarin oranges & pineapple. Mixture will be very soupy.
  • 4. Bring to a low boil and add a small amount of corn starch to thicken. Cook until rice is done, and serve

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. Fresh pineapple has a brighter, more tropical flavor than canned pineapple.
  • Cut the pineapple into bite-sized pieces. This will help it cook evenly.
  • Marinate the chicken in a flavorful sauce before cooking. This will help it stay moist and tender.
  • Use a high-quality cooking oil. A good oil will help prevent the chicken and pineapple from sticking to the pan.
  • Cook the chicken and pineapple over high heat. This will help them brown quickly and develop a nice caramelized flavor.
  • Add the vegetables towards the end of cooking. This will help them retain their crunch.
  • Serve the pineapple chicken stir-fry immediately over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Pineapple chicken stir-fry is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be made in just 30 minutes. With its combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, pineapple chicken stir-fry is sure to please everyone at the table.

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