Pineapple Chicken Dinner

When you think of pineapple chicken your mind probably goes straight to chinese take out. This is NOTHING like what you are thinking. This is a super healthy dish that the whole family will love! I love the flavor of pineapple in a savory dish. It just always seems to add that extra little something that a dish was missing.

I know this sounds like a lot of spices, but in all actuality I am creating my own dried ranch mix. I will show you how to make that later this week because you will NEVER go back to the store bought stuff.  Okay so here you go! 

Pineapple Chicken

gluten free, dairy free

1/2 t garlic powder

1/2 t onion powder

1/2 t dill weed

1 T dried parsley

1/4 t black pepper

1/4 t dried basil

1/2 t seasoned salt

2 boneless skinless chicken breast

1 cup snap peas

1 can pineapple chunks in 100% pineapple juice

1 T cornstarch

2 T water

helpful hint: always make sure you are buying gluten free spices! Most McCormick spices are gluten free, but don't forget to check those labels!

What to do:

Dice your chicken into 3/4 inch pieces.

Wash your snap peas.

Mix the first 7 spices together in a small bowl.

Drain your pineapple chunks, reserving the juice.

Add reserved pineapple juice into the bowl of the spices. 

Mix the cornstarch and water together and then add into the pineapple juice and spice mix.

Pour the sauce into a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Stirring often, and let the sauce thicken a bit. (You can use a regular skillet if you would like, but see note below)

Add in your chicken, snap peas, and pineapple chunks and stir to combine. If using a cast iron skillet, put skillet into oven and bank for 45 minutes or until chicken his completely done. Stir the mixture periodically. If you are using a regular skillet, transfer your mixture to a baking dish before putting into the oven. 

Serve over brown rice and enjoy! Make sure you get some of those yummy juices in the bottom of the skillet!

Thanks Y'all!

Wise Wife