It might sound unusual but this Chinese Pineapple Chicken in Sticky Asian Sauce dish is the perfect combination of sweet, sour and salty. I’m having a pineapple moment right now. I love how well it goes in so many savory dishes, giving a huge burst of juicy sweetness whenever you bite into a chunk. I think it matches chicken perfectly, especially when it’s served in the knock-out sauce I’ve added to this dish.
A combination of hoisin, soy, garlic, ginger, and sugar, all cooked down until it becomes thick and coats the ingredients with a beautiful brown sheen. A scattering of scallions and sesame seeds really finish this dish off and give it an authentic Asian look!
To make Chinese Pineapple Chicken, you will need the following ingredients:
Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Place a large non-stick skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, giving it a stir every now and again, until fully cooked.
Stir in the pepper and pineapple and cook for 4-5 minutes until the pepper has softened.
Drop in the ginger and garlic and cook for half a minute, stirring constantly.
Mix the pineapple juice, chicken broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar together in a bowl and then pour over the chicken. Bring the liquid to simmering point.
In a small bowl or cup, mix the cornstarch with a spoonful of cold water until fully combined. Pour into the pan and stir in.
Bring the sauce to boil and cook until thickened, about one minute.
Remove from the heat, divide between plates and scatter the sesame seeds and scallions over the top to serve.
Become a pineapple convert with this Chicken with Pineapple in Sticky Asian Sauce recipe! I’d love to hear what you think about the addition of pineapple - does it work for you? Let me know in the comments section below!
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