15 Best Pineapple Chicken Recipes that Transport You to the Islands
FEBRUARY 01, 2023
If you thought pineapple, chicken and dinner didn’t mix, prepare to be amazed.
We’ve rounded up 15 of the best pineapple chicken recipes that will transport you straight to the islands. From juicy and tender stir-fries to zesty and flavorful sheet pan meals, these pineapple chicken recipes will become instant family favorites.
So fire up the grill, dust off the wok and get ready to make some delicious pineapple chicken recipes!
Bowl of Delicious
Skinny Pineapple Chicken with Cashews
This skinny pineapple chicken with cashews is a healthy, low-fat stir fry you can make in 20 minutes! Naturally sweetened from fresh pineapple in a thick and delicious sauce brown sauce.
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60
20 min
TOTAL TIME
520
CALORIES
$1.57
PER SERVING
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Kleinworth Co.
Chinese Pineapple Chicken
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!
12
29,785
254
45 min
TOTAL TIME
749
CALORIES
$1.56
PER SERVING
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Gimme Some Grilling
Grilled Pineapple Chicken Recipe
Quick and easy marinated chicken breasts topped with a grilled pineapple slice.
8
21,614
81
395
CALORIES
$1.21
PER SERVING
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Easy Chicken Recipes
Easy Pineapple Chicken
This easy pineapple chicken recipe is a great family weeknight meal that is ready to serve in 30 minutes. The pineapple sauce is sweet and flavorful and it's a great alternative to a takeaway.
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1,236
85
30 min
TOTAL TIME
487
CALORIES
$1.73
PER SERVING
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Yummy Addiction
Chinese Pineapple Chicken
This better-than-takeout pineapple chicken with sweet and tangy sauce is a perfect, healthy family-friendly dinner.
1
29
25 min
TOTAL TIME
310
CALORIES
$0.97
PER SERVING
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Just A Taste
Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken and Broccoli
Toss the takeout in favor of a quick recipe for Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken and Broccoli.
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7,316
76
35 min
TOTAL TIME
411
CALORIES
$1.71
PER SERVING
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Tropical Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry
Discover the delightful flavors of our Tropical Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry, a perfect blend of chicken, pineapple, and vegetables smothered in a sweet and savory sauce. Satisfy your craving for Chinese cuisine with this easy-to-prepare dish best enjoyed over a serving of steaming rice.
2
28 min
TOTAL TIME
345
CALORIES
$1.40
PER SERVING
Ingredients
15 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
Directions
7 STEPS
1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
2
Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan, cooking for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.
3
Add the sliced red bell pepper and pineapple chunks to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes or until tender.
4
Stir in minced ginger and garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
5
In a small bowl, mix together pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar, then pour the sauce mixture into the pan, bringing it to a simmer.
6
Whisk cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water until smooth, add it to the pan and stir to combine, and let it boil for 1 minute or until the sauce thickens.
7
Sprinkle the dish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving over rice.
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All Nutritious
Spicy Pineapple Chicken Meal Prep
A quick, sweet, spicy pineapple chicken stir-fry you can meal prep! It's a lovely, delicious, Asian-inspired meal prep recipe.
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43
50 min
TOTAL TIME
334
CALORIES
$1.52
PER SERVING
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Half Baked Harvest
30 Minute Pineapple Chicken with Coconut Rice
Every bite is spicy-sweet and the salsa adds a nice summery bite...delicious, healthy, and easy!
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232
30 min
TOTAL TIME
377
CALORIES
$1.51
PER SERVING
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Sweet and Savory Meals
Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken
Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken made in just 30 minutes, with minimum prep work! All you have to do is dump and cook all the ingredients!
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6,548
259
30 min
TOTAL TIME
407
CALORIES
$1.76
PER SERVING
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Tasty
Sticky Pineapple Chicken Recipe by Tasty
Here's what you need: large pineapple, peanut or vegetable oil, boneless chicken thighs, salt, pepper, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic paste, chicken stock, cooked rice, sesame seed
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2,775
1,737
891
CALORIES
$3.25
PER SERVING
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Worn Slap Out
Healthier Pineapple Chicken
This one-skillet pineapple chicken boasts pieces of chicken breasts stir fried with fresh ginger, garlic, and vegetables in a sweet pineapple sauce.
2
156
30 min
TOTAL TIME
225
CALORIES
$0.95
PER SERVING
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Half Baked Harvest
Weeknight Saucy Pineapple BBQ Chicken Bowls
Shredded chicken in a sweet and spicy pineapple BBQ sauce. All made in the instant pot and served up bowl style...with quinoa, fresh pineapple salsa, avocado, and crispy fried garlic chips. The perfect weeknight dinner!
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16,162
206
25 min
TOTAL TIME
843
CALORIES
$3.69
PER SERVING
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Dinner at the Zoo
Pineapple Chicken
This pineapple chicken is a stir fry of chicken, pineapple and vegetables all tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Serve this Chinese style pineapple chicken over rice for an easy dinner that everyone will love!
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10,256
178
30 min
TOTAL TIME
344
CALORIES
$1.38
PER SERVING
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Delish
Pineapple Baked Chicken
Pineapple Baked Chicken from Delish.com is a tropically cheesy experience.
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36,117
1,064
30 min
TOTAL TIME
915
CALORIES
$3.56
PER SERVING
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Sheet Pan Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken
Sheet Pan Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken
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6,682
915
CALORIES
$8.54
PER SERVING
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