SWEET CHILI PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

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This delicious Sweet Chili Pineapple Chicken has a sweet flavor and a spicy kick. A can of pineapple and a frozen bag of vegetables can be turned into a tasty family meal in less time than it would take to get it delivered!

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs ((~ 3 cups),cubed (about 1 inch pieces))
½ cup cornstarch
2 tbsp ground ginger powder
4 tbsp avocado oil (divided)
1 12-ounce bag frozen stir-fry vegetables
1 20-ounce can pineapple chunks (drained with ¼ cup of the juice retained)
1 cup sweet chili sauce
sliced green onions (optional garnish)
steamed white rice (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix the cornstarch and ginger powder in a large, ziploc bag and then add the chicken. Seal and shake until the chicken is coated.
  • Heat a wok or large frying pan on medium-high or high heat until a splash of water sizzles when it hits the pan.
  • Add 2 Tablespoons of avocado oil and the chicken, carefully, to the hot pan.
  • Working in batches, brown the chicken on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. They do not need to be cooked all the way through. Do not overcrowd the pan. The chicken should be in a single layer or they will not brown.
  • Once browned, remove the chicken from the pan and place on a plate to wait. It will be added to the vegetables again later.
  • Reheat the pan (if necessary) and add the remaining avocado oil, frozen vegetables and pineapple. Saute until the vegetables begin to soften, approximately 3-5 minutes (they will be seared on the outside but a fork will begin to pass through).
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the chicken, pineapple juice and chili sauce into the pan with the vegetables. Stir until well mixed.
  • Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the center of the chicken reaches 165 degrees fahrenheit (approximately 3-5 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces).
  • Serve hot over steamed rice and garnish with green onions (optional).

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