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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken: A Sweet and Savory Delight

This Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken dish is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that's perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 stuffed peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 3 whole Bell Peppers Use bright red, yellow, or green for a colorful dish.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce Use store-bought for convenience, or make it from scratch.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Can use canned or fresh.
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Can substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice.
For Sautéing
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Perfect for sautéing.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh or pre-minced.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger elevates the dish.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust based on spice preference.
For Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Mozzarella or cheddar.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your ingredients while the oven heats.
  2. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Blanch in boiling water for 5-6 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, then add chicken, teriyaki sauce, pineapple, ginger, and pepper flakes. Cook for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, mix well, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. Stuff the mixture into each bell pepper and drizzle olive oil on top.
  6. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Uncover for the last 5 minutes.
  7. (Optional) Sprinkle shredded cheese on top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving, garnished with extra pineapple or green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable—swap chicken for tofu or use different grains like quinoa or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.

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