The recipe Pineapple Sriracha Chicken Stir-Fry is a powerful and colorful combination of savory, spicy, and sweet ingredients. Juicy pineapple pieces that naturally sweeten the dish are stir-fried with tender chicken and crunchy veggies like onions and bell peppers. Everything is nicely coated by the sauce, which is created with soy sauce for umami, Sriracha for heat, and a little honey or brown sugar for balance. A sprinkling of sesame seeds and fresh green onions completes the dish, giving it a vibrant and filling appearance. It’s fast to prepare, flavorful, and a great choice for a weekday supper when you’re in the mood for something novel and delectable.
Ingredients:
- One pound of chicken thighs or breasts, chopped into small pieces
- One tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 sliced red bell pepper
- One sliced yellow onion
- One cup of pineapple chunks, either fresh or canned (if canned, drain it first)
- Two minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- Two teaspoons of Sriracha sauce, according to your preferred level of heat
- One tablespoon of brown sugar or honey (optional; adds sweetness)
- Two sliced green onions (for garnish)
- One tablespoon of rice vinegar
- One tablespoon of freshly grated ginger or half a teaspoon of powdered ginger
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, if desired)
Instructions:
- To prepare the chicken, heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of oil. Cook the chicken pieces for 5 to 7 minutes, or until they are brown. When the chicken is brown, take it out of the pan and put it aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: If necessary, add a bit additional oil to the same skillet. Add the garlic, onion, and bell pepper slices. The vegetables should be crisp-tender after 3–4 minutes of stirring.
- Add the pineapple: Cook the pineapple chunks for a further two to three minutes, letting them absorb the flavors and caramelize a little.
- Prepare the sauce: Combine the rice vinegar, ginger, honey (or brown sugar), Sriracha, and soy sauce in a small bowl. To get the right amount of sweetness and heat, adjust the Sriracha and honey.
- Put everything together: Add the pineapple, vegetables, and chicken back to the skillet. After adding the sauce, toss everything to ensure it is uniformly coated. Cook for a further two to three minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened and everything is heated through.
- To add more taste and texture, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy it with noodles or steamed rice!
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