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Pineapple Chicken – Sweet, Savory & Better Than Takeout


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Chicken & veggies:

  • lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed (you love high-protein!)
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced

Sugar-free pineapple sauce:

  • 1 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple in juice (not syrup—you love blood sugar friendly!)
  • 3 tbsp coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce (you love low-sodium!)
  • 2 tbsp sugar-free honey (monk fruit blend—you love this!)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional—you love spicy!)

For serving:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions
  • Lime wedges (you love citrus!)
  • Optional sides:
    → Cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles (low-carb—you love this!)

Instructions

1. Sear chicken:
Heat oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5–6 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté veggies:
In same skillet, add bell peppers and onion; stir-fry 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
3. Make sauce:
Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds. Stir in pineapple (with juice), coconut aminos, sugar-free honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Combine & serve:
Return chicken to skillet; toss to coat. Cook 2 more minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and lime.
💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
Use unsweetened pineapple—prevents excess sugar and keeps it blood sugar friendly.
Don’t overcook chicken—keeps it tender and juicy.
Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Coconut aminos = 65% less sodium than soy sauce
→ Boost umami with extra ginger and garlic
Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Sugar-free honey + no-syrup pineapple = zero glycemic spikes
→ Net carbs: 8g/serving
Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <10g net carbs/serving
→ Skip pineapple; use ½ cup diced zucchini + 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar for tang
→ Net carbs drop to 5g/serving
Make ahead:
→ Sauce base keeps 3 days refrigerated
→ Cooked dish keeps 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen

Storage & Serving Ideas
Fridge life: 4 days | Freezer: 3 months
Serving ideas:
→ Over cauliflower rice for grain-free bowl
→ In lettuce wraps for tropical tacos
→ With grilled pineapple wedges for full island experience

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving):
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Total Time: 30 min
Calories: 320 | Protein: 30g | Net Carbs: 10g | Fats: 16g | Fiber: 2g | Gluten-Free Option • Low-Sodium Adaptable • Blood Sugar Friendly • Low-Carb/Keto Option