Description
Ninja Foodi Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant dish that expertly combines tender chicken with the sweet, tangy notes of pineapple. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot wonder delivers a flavor-packed meal in under 30 minutes. The Ninja Foodi’s pressure cooking function ensures your chicken remains juicy while the sauce thickens to create a delightful glaze. Serve it over rice for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love. With its simple preparation and minimal cleanup, you’ll find yourself making this quick and delicious recipe time and again.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken (boneless skinless, bite-sized pieces)
- 1 bell pepper (cut into chunks)
- 1/2 cup onion (diced)
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups pineapple (chunks or tidbits)
- 2/3 cup pineapple juice
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 3/4 tsp ginger (powdered)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Sauté diced onions in olive oil in your Ninja Foodi until soft. Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic, powdered ginger, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Mix in soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and chicken broth; stir well.
- Add pineapple chunks and bell pepper to the pot; mix everything together.
- Secure the lid and set to pressure cook on high for 6 minutes. Quick-release steam once done.
- Return to sauté mode; combine cornstarch with water and stir into the mixture until thickened.
- Serve over rice with a generous drizzle of sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Fresh vegetables enhance flavor; feel free to add or swap out based on your preference. Adjust the level of sweetness by modifying the brown sugar amount. For added crunch, top with fresh herbs or nuts before serving.