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Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Chicken | Easy Tropical Dinner Idea

Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Chicken


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  • Author: Rym
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A vibrant and juicy chicken dish featuring a sweet pineapple and spicy jalapeño glaze. Perfectly balanced and ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Add minced garlic, ginger, and diced jalapeños to the pan, sautéing for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in pineapple chunks and cook for 3 minutes until slightly caramelized.
  5. Pour in soy sauce and honey, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  6. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion