Savory Ginger Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry: A Flavorful Twist

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup of coconut aminos, a flavorful soy-free seasoning sauce
• A fresh 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and finely minced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of fragrant sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar for a tangy kick
• 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped chives
• 1 teaspoon of salt to enhance the flavors
• 1/8 teaspoon of delicate white pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds of tender, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil for cooking
• 1/2 of an onion, quartered and separated into pieces
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 green bell pepper, also cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 can (20 ounces) of pineapple chunks in juice, drained with reserved juice
• 3/4 cup of savory chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons of arrowroot powder for thickening
• 2 cups of fluffy jasmine rice for serving, or more as needed
• 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped raw cashews for a crunchy finish (Optional)

Step 1

Mix together coconut aminos, zesty ginger, aromatic garlic, rich sesame oil, tangy rice vinegar, fresh chives, a pinch of salt, and a sprinkle of white pepper in a large resealable bag. Toss in the chicken to marinate and allow it to soak up the flavors while you get the veggies ready.

Step 2

In a spacious skillet or wok over medium-high heat, warm up some oil until it glistens. Throw in the onions and vibrant red and green bell peppers. Stir and cook until the veggies are just tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. Set the veggies aside once done.

Step 3

Next, add the marinated chicken to the same skillet and cook until it turns white and the juices run clear, roughly 5 minutes. Toss the cooked veggies and drained pineapple back into the mix and stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 4

Now, pour in the reserved pineapple juice and quickly mix in some arrowroot powder until the sauce thickens and bubbles, around 2 minutes.

Step 5

Finally, serve this delightful dish over piping hot rice, and top it off with a generous sprinkle of chopped cashews for that extra crunch.