Juicy Chicken Pineapple with Cashews
A bright, comforting skillet meal featuring tender chicken, juicy pineapple, crunchy cashews, and colorful bell pepper, all enveloped in a sweet-savory soy-based glaze.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced Boneless and skinless
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced Fresh preferred, canned if necessary
- ½ cup cashews Toasted for added flavor
- 1 piece bell pepper, diced Any color bell pepper works
- 1 piece onion, chopped Any variety of onion can be used
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds aromatic flavor
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- Cooked rice for serving Any type of rice
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the pineapple and cashews, then pour in the soy sauce. Toss to combine.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve over cooked rice.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple for best flavor. For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce for tamari. Optional ingredients like snow peas or sliced carrots can enhance nutrition.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
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