Description

Ninja Foodi Pineapple Chicken is a vibrant, one-pot meal that combines tender chicken with the sweet tang of pineapple, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish can be prepared in just over 15 minutes and requires minimal cleanup thanks to the Ninja Foodi’s multi-cooking capabilities. The savory-sweet sauce, complemented by bell peppers and aromatic spices, makes it a family favorite that appeals to both children and adults. Serve it over rice or incorporate it into lettuce wraps for a fresh twist. This recipe is versatile, healthy, and sure to impress!

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 bell pepper
½ cup onion
2 cups pineapple chunks
4 tbsp soy sauce
2/3 cup pineapple juice
1¼ cup chicken broth
1 tbsp minced garlic
3/4 tsp ginger (powdered)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt
3 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

Select the sauté function on your Ninja Foodi and heat olive oil. Sauté diced onion until soft (about 3 minutes). Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink.
Stir in minced garlic, ginger powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
Gently mix in pineapple chunks and bell pepper pieces; turn off the pot.
Seal the lid and set to pressure cook on high for 6 minutes; release steam quickly after cooking.
Set back to sauté mode; combine cornstarch with water and whisk smooth before adding to the pot while stirring continuously until thickened.
Serve hot over rice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Pressure Cooking
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 690mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels by modifying red pepper flakes according to preference. For added flavor depth, consider marinating chicken in soy sauce before cooking.