Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Pineapple teriyaki chicken is a classic dish that is made with chicken breasts, pineapple, and teriyaki sauce. The chicken is marinated in the teriyaki sauce and then cooked in an air fryer until it is cooked through. The pineapple is added to the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize and add a touch of sweetness. This dish is easy to make and is a great way to get a quick and tasty meal on the table.
Pineapple teriyaki chicken is a dish that has been around for many years. It is believed to have originated in Hawaii, where it is a popular dish at luaus and other gatherings. The dish is made with chicken breasts that are marinated in a teriyaki sauce and then grilled or cooked in an air fryer. The teriyaki sauce is made with soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and sake. The chicken is marinated in the sauce for several hours or overnight, which allows the flavors to penetrate the meat. The chicken is then cooked until it is cooked through and the sauce is caramelized. The pineapple is added to the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize and add a touch of sweetness. Pineapple teriyaki chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped pineapple
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, teriyaki sauce, coconut aminos, sesame oil, ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the air fryer basket.
  4. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the pineapple is tender.
  5. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The teriyaki sauce is made with soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and sake, which gives it a complex and flavorful taste.
  • The chicken is marinated in the teriyaki sauce for several hours or overnight, which allows the flavors to penetrate the meat.
  • The chicken is cooked until it is cooked through and the sauce is caramelized, which gives it a delicious and crispy exterior.
  • The pineapple is added to the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize and add a touch of sweetness.