How to Make Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly satisfying about a good teriyaki dish. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, the tender chunks of meat, and the glossy glaze that coats everything in a rich, caramelized finish - it's no wonder that teriyaki has become a beloved staple in many households. And when you add the bright, tropical flavor of pineapple to the mix, you have a dish that's not only delicious, but also a little bit unexpected.

Enter pineapple chicken teriyaki - a mouthwatering fusi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark molasses
  • ½ tablespoon fresh ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 3 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen oriental-style vegetables
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
  • 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits in juice, drained and juice reserved
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ⅛ teaspoon sesame oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine water, 1/4 cup plus 5 tablespoons soy sauce, molasses, ginger, and garlic in a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil, about 5 minutes. Combine water and cornstarch in a bowl; add to saucepan and stir until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Set sauce aside.
  • Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium heat until sizzling. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and chicken. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Add frozen vegetables and water chestnuts to wok and cook until heated through, about 10 minutes. Add drained pineapple and prepared sauce; bring mixture to a simmer, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine reserved pineapple juice and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add mixture to wok and stir until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and quickly stir in sesame oil.
  • Nutrition

    390 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 1604mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 520mg