Description

Looking for a dinner that tastes like your favorite takeout, but healthier and faster? This Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Stir Fry is packed with vibrant veggies, juicy chicken, and caramelized pineapple, all tossed in a rich, glossy homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and a little tang.

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Ingredients

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For the Stir Fry:

1½ lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp sesame oil (or olive oil)
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets or sugar snap peas
½ red onion, sliced
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
Green onions & sesame seeds for topping

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
2 tbsp pineapple juice (from can or fresh)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for thickening)

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Instructions

1. Prep the Sauce
Whisk together soy sauce, honey, pineapple juice, vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Mix cornstarch + water in a small cup and add to the sauce to help it thicken later.

2. Cook the Chicken
Toss chicken in a little cornstarch for crisp edges. Sear in a hot skillet with sesame oil for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.

3. Stir Fry the Veggies & Pineapple
In the same skillet, sauté bell pepper, onion, and broccoli until just tender, 3–4 minutes. Add pineapple and stir for another minute.

4. Bring It All Together
Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir everything to coat. Let it bubble and thicken for 2–3 minutes.

5. Serve
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

High heat = great texture. Stir fry over medium-high to high heat for that signature sizzle.
Use pineapple juice in the sauce for more tropical flavor.
Swap your veggies. Use what you have—zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms are great.
Go low-carb? Serve with cauliflower rice or lettuce cups.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired