Healthy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry
Healthy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fresh vegetables for a quick and nutritious meal. This easy-to-make stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, as it can be ready in under 40 minutes. The sweet and savory flavors blend harmoniously, making every bite a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb raw chicken breasts, diced
- 20 oz can of pineapple chunks
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 yellow pepper, diced
- 1 small head of broccoli, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until fully cooked through (7-8 minutes). Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of avocado oil with the diced onion, peppers, and broccoli. Sauté for an additional 7-8 minutes until softened.
- While veggies cook, whisk together the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and arrowroot powder.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables; add the sauce and pineapple chunks. Stir everything together.
- Cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg