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Weight Watchers Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe
A healthy, quick and easy dinner idea.
Great for a weekday meal, ready in 22 minutes.
Weight Watchers Points
MyWW Points: 4 Blue Plan and 5 Green Plan
4 WW Freestyle Points and 5 Smart Points.
Low calorie, Low carb, Low Fat and delicious!
Tips and Tricks
Marinating the Chicken
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken strips in the soy sauce mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help the chicken absorb more of the savory and tangy flavors, making each bite even more delicious.
Cooking the Chicken
Ensure the skillet is hot before adding the chicken. This will help sear the chicken, locking in its juices and giving it a nice, slightly crispy texture. Avoid overcrowding the skillet to maintain the heat and prevent steaming the chicken instead of stir-frying.
Using Fresh Vegetables
If you have fresh vegetables on hand, use them instead of frozen ones. Fresh vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas can enhance the dish’s texture and flavor. Just make sure to cut them into bite-sized pieces and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Thickening the Sauce
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix an additional teaspoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and add it to the skillet towards the end of cooking. This will give your sauce a more substantial consistency that clings nicely to the chicken and vegetables.
Adding Extra Heat
For those who like a bit of heat, add a teaspoon of chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the soy sauce mixture. This will give the dish a spicy kick that complements the sweetness of the pineapple.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this dish over a bed of steamed jasmine or basmati rice for a fragrant touch. You can also sprinkle some chopped green onions or sesame seeds on top for added flavor and a bit of crunch.
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Weight Watchers Chicken Pineapple Stir-Fry
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- ½ tsp ginger
- 1 tbsp garlic – minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 8 oz pineapple chunks drained, reserve 1/4 cup juice
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast in 2 inch strips
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 16 oz frozen stir fry vegetables
- hot cooked rice as needed
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, ketchup, ginger, minced garlic and cornstarch with reserved 1/4 cup pineapple juice.
- Add oil to skillet. Heat
- In large skillet, stir-fry chicken in the hot oil for approx 5 minutes. Stir in frozen vegetables, stir-fry 4 additional minutes.
- Add pineapple and sauce. Stir in and heat through.
- Serve over rice.
Notes
Nutrition
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