Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight

Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry is the quick, sweet, and savory delight you’ve been craving. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the trick to get that perfect crispy chicken every time. The golden chicken and juicy pineapple will make your family beg for this better-than-takeout version. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Giada De Laurentiis Cacio E Pepe and Coconut Key Lime Smoothie.

What You'll Need for Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups pineapple chunks
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Optional: Green onions
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)

How to Make Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight

1. Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
3. Step 3: Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and once hot, add chicken. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from wok and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same wok, add pineapple chunks, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Stir in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Add chicken back to the wok and cook until heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds (optional). Serve immediately.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce and cut the vegetables ahead of time to save time

Freezing Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight

Freeze cooked stir fry for up to 2 months

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use chicken tenders instead of chicken breasts.
• Best substitution: Substitute pineapple with mango or peaches for a different flavor twist.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and cut the vegetables ahead of time to save time.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the wok, try adding a bit more oil or using a non-stick wok.

Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

10 mins

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Total

25 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups pineapple chunks
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger

Seasonings

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
3. Step 3: Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and once hot, add chicken. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from wok and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same wok, add pineapple chunks, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Stir in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Add chicken back to the wok and cook until heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use chicken tenders instead of chicken breasts.
• Best substitution: Substitute pineapple with mango or peaches for a different flavor twist.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and cut the vegetables ahead of time to save time.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the wok, try adding a bit more oil or using a non-stick wok.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
• Freezer: Freeze cooked stir fry for up to 2 months
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes
• Make ahead: Prepare the sauce and cut the vegetables ahead of time to save time

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 6g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sat. Fat: 1.5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry: Quick, Sweet, and Savory Delight and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!