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Sticky Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken

A juicy and flavorful chicken dish with sweet and savory teriyaki sauce and fresh pineapple, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced Can substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks Canned pineapple also works
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, for cooking
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp ginger, grated (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Sesame seeds and green onions, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the diced chicken with teriyaki sauce, honey, minced garlic, and optional ginger. Let this marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken, seasoning it with salt and pepper.
  2. Sauté the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and cooked throughout.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked, add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir them into the sauce.
  4. Allow the pineapple to warm through and become caramelized for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let everything simmer together for an additional 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Remove from heat and serve over rice or alongside sautéed vegetables. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the chicken for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop with a splash of water or extra sauce.