Saturday, March 13, 2010

Pineapple Chicken


2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces

1 red bell pepper seeded. Cored and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon minced ginger

3/4 cup pineapple juice

 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1/3 cup hoisin sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 teaspoons corn starch

2 teaspoons sesame seeds

1 tablespoon sliced green onions

salt and pepper to taste




  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste and add it to the pan.


  • Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through. 


  • Add the red bell pepper and pineapple to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.


  • Whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar in a small bowl.


  • Add the sauce mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer.


  • Mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water; stir until smooth.

  • Add the cornstarch mixture to the pan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute or until sauce thickens.


  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve over steamed white rice.