Heart-Healthy Ayam Asam Manis

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this *Heart-Healthy Ayam Asam Manis*, a lightened-up twist on the classic Indonesian sweet and sour chicken. Made with lean skinless chicken breast, vibrant bell peppers, and naturally sweet pineapple chunks, this dish delivers a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. The low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar-based sauce is thickened just right with a touch of cornstarch, creating a glossy coating that clings to every bite without added guilt. Sautéed in heart-friendly olive oil and garnished with fresh cilantro, this quick and easy skillet meal comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious, flavorful dinner. Serve it with brown rice or steamed vegetables for a balanced, wholesome meal perfect for supporting a healthy lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 200 grams pineapple chunks
• 1 medium onion
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 150 milliliters water
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Cut the skinless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Dice the red and green bell peppers into small chunks.

Step 5

Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 8

Introduce the pineapple chunks and cooked chicken back to the skillet.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix low-sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, tomato paste, cornstarch, and water.

Step 10

Pour this sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.

Step 11

Stir well to ensure everything is coated, bring the mixture to a simmer, and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.

Step 12

Season with black pepper to taste.

Step 13

Garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot with a side of brown rice or steamed vegetables for a complete heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1461.4 grams (1461.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1326

Total Fat 32.80g	42%
Saturated Fat 7.40g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 411mg	137%
Sodium 1412mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 89.40g	33%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 57.60g
Protein 164.70g	329%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1514mg	32%

*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: 22.5%

Protein: 50.2%

Carbs: 27.3%