Description
This dish combines tender chicken thighs, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet pineapple chunks, all cooked to perfection on a Blackstone griddle. The sweet and tangy sauce ties everything together, and serving it in pineapple bowls adds a fun, tropical touch
Ingredients
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1 pound boneless chicken thighs, cubed
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1 red onion, diced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
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1 orange bell pepper, sliced
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1 fresh pineapple
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15 oz can baby corn, drained
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1 1/2 cups sweet and tangy sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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2 cups cooked white rice
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2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
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2 teaspoons chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Pineapple Bowls:
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Slice the pineapple in half lengthwise.
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Carefully carve out the center of each half to create two pineapple bowls, ensuring you leave enough flesh to maintain their structure.
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Cube the removed pineapple flesh to use in the stir-fry
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Preheat the Griddle:
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Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium heat.
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Apply a thin layer of nonstick spray or oil to the griddle surface.
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Cook the Ingredients:
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Place the cubed chicken, sliced bell peppers, diced red onion, pineapple chunks, baby corn, and the hollowed-out pineapple bowls onto the griddle.
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Cook, stirring and turning frequently, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender and caramelized.
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Add the Sauce:
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Drizzle the sweet and tangy sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
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Continue cooking for a few more minutes, ensuring everything is evenly coated and heated through.
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Assemble and Serve:
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Remove the pineapple bowls from the griddle and fill each with a portion of the cooked white rice.Spoon the chicken and vegetable stir-fry over the rice in each pineapple bowl.
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Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, if desired.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Notes
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Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
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Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or what you have on hand.
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If you don’t have a Blackstone griddle, this recipe can be prepared using a large skillet or regular grill with a grill basket.