Best 10 Quick Pineapple Chicken Breast Stir Fry Recipes

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In today's fast-paced world, creating a delectable meal that satisfies your taste buds while fitting into a busy schedule can be challenging. Fear not, food enthusiasts! Look no further for the perfect solution to your culinary conundrum. This article presents an array of quick and easy recipes for a mouthwatering Pineapple Chicken Breast Stir Fry dish. These recipes will transform your kitchen into a vibrant symphony of flavors, offering a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, these recipes are carefully crafted to cater to your culinary expertise, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable cooking experience. Let's embark on a culinary journey that will add zest and excitement to your weeknight dinners or impress your guests at your next gathering.

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EASY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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An easy weeknight dinner, this quick chicken stir-fry with pineapple is as delicious as it is colorful! Serve with rice for a complete meal, or fried rice for a treat. Add red chile flakes to the mix if you want something sweet and spicy!

Provided by Natasha

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Stir-Fry

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon paprika
salt to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cubed
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch lengths
1 (12 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Add chicken strips and let marinate while preparing the remaining ingredients.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wok. Add bell pepper and stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add scallions and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove chicken from marinade and add to the wok; discard marinade. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the centre, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine pineapple juice and cornstarch in a bowl; mix together. Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in pineapple juice mixture and bring to a boil. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 782.9 mg, Sugar 14.9 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.

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 CHICKEN STIR-FRY RECIPE



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Sweet and tangy pineapple chicken stir-fry is the perfect quick and easy weeknight meal.

Provided by Leah Maroney

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the Stir-Fry:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chopped pineapple
1 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/3 cup diced scallions
For the Sauce:
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
For Serving:
Steamed rice
Chopped peanuts or sesame seeds, for garnish

Steps:

  • Serve with hot rice, more scallions, and crushed peanuts or sesame seeds if you wish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 kcal, Carbohydrate 80 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 26 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize 1 stir-fry (serves 4), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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.

STIR-FRIED CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE AND PEPPERS



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Here's an easy way to get low-fat protein (in the chicken breast) and lots of vitamins (in the scallions, peppers and pineapple). Plus, the dab of fresh ginger soothes stomachs and fights inflammation and blood clots.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup reduced-salt soy sauce
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons mirin (sweetened Asian wine)
1 teaspoon grated ginger root
2 crushed garlic cloves
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons oil, preferably sesame oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut in 1-inch pieces
6 large green onions, cut in 1-inch pieces
2 cups fresh or frozen pepper strips
1 (20 ounce) can chunk pineapple in juice
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Combine first six ingredients; stir well.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet and stir-fry chicken until brown and done, about 5 minutes. Remove. Add green onions, peppers and pineapple to the skillet; heat through. Pour in sauce and stir until thickened. Return chicken to skillet; heat through. Serve with brown rice; top with optional almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 411.6 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

CHICKEN PINEAPPLE STIR- FRY



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

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Sauces

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 2 inch strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (16 ounce) package frozen stir fry vegetables
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained, reserve 1/4 cup juice
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Mix first 7 ingredients with reserved 1/4 cup pineapple juice in small bowl.
  • In large skillet, stir-fry chicken in hot oil 5 minutes.
  • Add vegetables, stir-fry 4 more minutes.
  • Stir in pineapple and sauce, heat through.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.7, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 786.8, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 10.5, Protein 17.6

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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This is a great recipie if your craving Stir-fry for dinner. The soy sauce gives it's flavor while the pineapple gives it a bit of sweetness!

Provided by Rachel Weyerman @Mennonite_Girl_

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup(s) soy sauce
2 tablespoon(s) sugar
1 tablespoon(s) vinegar
1 tablespoon(s) ketchup
1/2 teaspoon(s) ground ginger
2 - garlic cloves, minched
1 pound(s) boneless skinless chicken breast cut into strips
2 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
1 package(s) (16oz) frozen stir-fry begetables
1 can(s) (8oz) can unsweetened pineapple chuncks, drained
- hot cooked rice of your choice

Steps:

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

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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

Provided by Barb in WNY

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 whole chicken breasts
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sherry wine
1/2 teaspoon ginger
3 tablespoons oil
3 celery ribs, cut into strips
2 onions, quartered
20 ounces pineapple chunks in syrup
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast in half, cut across width of each half into 1/8-inch thick slices.
  • In a bowl, stir chicken and next 3 ingredients.
  • In skillet over medium-high heat, in hot oil, cook vegetables until tender-crisp; remove.
  • In drippings over high heat, cook chicken mixture until tender, stirring frequently.
  • Return vegetables to the skillet, add pineapple with syrup, vinegar, and salt.
  • In a cup, stir water and cornstarch, add to skillet; cook until sauce is thickened and smooth, stirring.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 715.3, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 21.2, Protein 32.2

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut chicken breast or thighs.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute tofu or tempeh for the chicken.
  • Add other vegetables to the stir-fry, such as broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • If you don't have pineapple chunks, you can use canned pineapple tidbits, drained.
  • Serve the stir-fry over rice, noodles, or quinoa.

Conclusion:

This quick and easy pineapple chicken breast stir-fry is a delicious and healthy meal that can be on the table in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknights or when you're short on time. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the pineapple adds a touch of sweetness and acidity, and the vegetables are crisp and colorful. Serve it over rice, noodles, or quinoa for a complete meal.

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