Gluten-Free Pineapple Chicken

Savor the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Gluten-Free Pineapple Chicken recipe, a vibrant dish that’s both flavorful and nourishing. Tender, bite-sized chicken thighs are seasoned, seared to golden perfection, and paired with caramelized pineapple chunks for a tropical twist. A rich, tangy sauce made with gluten-free soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and aromatic minced garlic and ginger brings the flavors together in every bite. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry, this luscious dish is finished with sprinkles of fresh green onions and served over fluffy cooked rice, making it a gluten-free dinner that's quick, easy, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something exotic, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and will have your family coming back for seconds! Optimize your weeknight meals with this naturally gluten-free crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup Fresh pineapple, diced
• 0.25 cup Gluten-free soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 cups Cooked rice, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the gluten-free soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger; set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and the diced pineapple. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the pineapple is golden and caramelized.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the pineapple.

Step 7

Stir the soy sauce mixture, then pour it over the chicken and pineapple. Stir to coat evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet and stir. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Sprinkle the sliced green onions on top before serving.

Step 10

Serve the pineapple chicken over the cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1818.5 grams (1818.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2856

Total Fat 103.00g	132%
Saturated Fat 24.60g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 851mg	284%
Sodium 5413mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 276.20g	100%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 73.30g
Protein 200.60g	401%

Vitamin D 48IU	238%
Calcium 235mg	18%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 2409mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 39.0%