Best Chinese Chicken And Pineapple Recipes

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CHINESE PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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Chinese Pineapple Chicken that is better than any takeout you'll find. Perfectly crispy chicken coated in a sweet & tangy pineapple sauce that is phenomenal! Dig in!

Provided by Gina Kleinworth

Categories     dinner

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

28 ounces crushed pineapple + juice
½ cup chicken stock
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp soy sauce
4 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
½ tsp ginger
2 tbsp minced garlic
½ tsp red chili flakes (opt)
3 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ( cut into small chunks)
1 tsp peanut oil
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp pepper
1 cup cornstarch for coating
1½ cups peanut oil for frying

Steps:

  • Combine crushed pineapple + juice, chicken stock, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, minced garlic, red chili flakes, cornstarch & water in a medium bowl, whisk - set aside.
  • Toss chicken chunks with oil in a large bowl.
  • Sprinkle with salt & pepper, and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Place cornstarch for the chicken in a zip-top bag, add the chicken to the bag & close. Shake to coat & then set aside.
  • Heat oil to 350 degrees in a wok or large skillet.
  • Carefully drop several pieces of chicken into the hot oil, working in batches to not overcrowd the chicken.
  • Fry until golden. Scoop out the chicken & drain on a paper towel-lined baking sheet.
  • Continue frying & draining the remaining chicken.
  • Carefully transfer the hot oil into a Pyrex measuring cup so it can cool.
  • Add the garlic & pineapple sauce to a medium saucepan & bring to a simmer.
  • Cook mixture, stirring constantly until it starts to thicken.
  • Add the chicken, toss to combine.
  • Serve with fried or steamed rice.

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed into bite-size pieces
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper diced
4 scallions, sliced, whites and greens divided
2/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chile paste, plus more to taste
2 cloves garlic, pressed
One 20-ounce can diced pineapple, drained and juice reserved
1/4 cup fried onions, such as French's
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon chile-lime seasoning, such as Tajin
Cooked brown rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and butter. When the butter is melted and the oil is hot, add the chicken, bell peppers and the whites of the scallions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, chile paste, garlic and 2 tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice to a mason jar. Secure the lid and shake until mixed thoroughly, then set aside.
  • Mix together the fried onions, peanuts, sesame seeds and chile-lime seasoning in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • When the chicken has cooked through, add the drained pineapple and stir to combine. Give the sauce a final shake and add it to the skillet. Allow the sauce to come to a boil and thicken, about 1 minute.
  • Serve over the rice, garnishing with the peanut mixture and reserved scallion greens.

EASY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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An easy weeknight dinner, this quick chicken stir-fry with pineapple is as delicious as it is colorful! Serve with rice for a complete meal, or fried rice for a treat. Add red chile flakes to the mix if you want something sweet and spicy!

Provided by Natasha

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Stir-Fry

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon paprika
salt to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cubed
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch lengths
1 (12 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Add chicken strips and let marinate while preparing the remaining ingredients.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wok. Add bell pepper and stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add scallions and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove chicken from marinade and add to the wok; discard marinade. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the centre, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine pineapple juice and cornstarch in a bowl; mix together. Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in pineapple juice mixture and bring to a boil. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 782.9 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE STIR-FRY



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We love how the snappy veggies and pineapple make this stir-fry taste fresh and bright. Add brown sugar and you get a sweet-and-sour dish that's packed with flavor. -DeEtta Rasmussen, Fort Madison, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
5 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3 medium carrots, chopped
1 small onion, sliced
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, mix pineapple juice, cornstarch and ginger until smooth. Stir in broth, brown sugar, soy sauce and molasses., In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and seasonings. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time; close bag and shake to coat., In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink. Remove from pan; discard cooking juices., Stir-fry vegetables in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Return chicken to pan. Add reserved pineapple; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CHINESE CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE



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This is a very old recipe that my Mom would make years ago. Old memories are always good memories! You may want to update this recipe by adding fresh mushroom, sliced.

Provided by quotFoodThe Way To

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken, raw and cut into small pieces
1/2 cup pork, raw and cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup water chestnut
1 cup bamboo shoot, diced
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 cup celery, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup pineapple chunk, drained

Steps:

  • In large skillet heat oil, salt, and garlic;.
  • Add raw chicken and pork, brown. Add soy sauce and vegetables; simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add broth; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Mix cornstarch, sugar and water in a separate bowl; add mixture to skillet and cook until thick, stirring frequently.
  • Add pineapple.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.6, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 762.5, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 14.6, Protein 4.6

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