Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 pound (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Pineapple chunks (canned): 1 cup
- Green bell pepper (sliced): 1/2 cup
- Red bell pepper (sliced): 1/2 cup
- Onion (sliced): 1/2 cup
- Ketchup: 1/2 cup
- Garlic (minced): 1 teaspoon
- Ginger (minced): 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken with cornstarch, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Toss to coat evenly.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of oil.
- Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the pineapple chunks, bell peppers, onion, ketchup, garlic, and ginger. Stir and cook until the vegetables are softened and the sauce is heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm the chicken through.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy
- Colorful and vibrant
- Crispy chicken
- Tender vegetables
- Perfect for a quick and easy meal
User Comments:
- "This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was perfectly crispy and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's a great weeknight meal that my whole family enjoys."
- "The vegetables add a nice crunch and freshness to the dish."
- "I served this with rice and it was a perfect meal."
- "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy Asian-inspired dish."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find canned pineapple chunks, you can use fresh pineapple instead. Just dice the pineapple into 1-inch pieces.
- You can adjust the amount of brown sugar in the sauce to suit your taste.
- This dish is best served hot and fresh.
