Gold Rum Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry
Tender chicken breast stir-fried with pineapple chunks and vegetables, finished with a tangy gold rum sauce. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs pound chicken breast, thinly sliced, gold rum, pineapple chunks (fresh or canned) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp gold rum
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp gold rum, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breast, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the pan; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Toss in 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 1 cup snap peas, and 1 cup pineapple chunks; stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 6: Pour the prepared gold rum sauce over the stir fry and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 3 chopped green onions before serving hot over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Gold Rum Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Gold Rum Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep gold rum from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gold Rum Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gold Rum Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Gold Rum Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
