Delicious Hawaiian Chicken Recipe for Quick Dinners
A quick and flavorful Hawaiian chicken dish featuring tender chicken pieces, sweet pineapple, and a savory sauce.
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 15 oz pineapple chunks (juice and fruit separated)
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Sesame seeds for topping
- Green onion for topping
Instructions
- Combine pineapple juice, chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to skillet, and sear for about 8 minutes.
- Add red bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Pour sauce mixture into the skillet, stir, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine cornstarch with water to create a slurry, add to the pan, and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion before serving.
Notes
Boneless skinless chicken breasts are recommended, but thighs can also be used. Fresh pineapple can replace canned; use 1 cup diced fresh pineapple and regular juice. Adjust spice level by omitting red pepper flakes if preferred.