Spiced Rum-Infused Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry
Juicy chicken breast stir-fried with pineapple chunks and vegetables, finished with a warm spiced rum sauce for a vibrant sweet-savory dish. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken breast, thinly sliced, fresh pineapple chunks, medium red bell pepper, sliced 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 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp spiced rum
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 for garnish scallions, sliced
- 1 tsp for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp spiced rum, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Step 4: Add 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour the prepared rum-soy sauce mixture over the stir-fry and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Rum-Infused 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 Spiced Rum-Infused 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 chicken breast, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Rum-Infused 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 Spiced Rum-Infused 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 Spiced Rum-Infused Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion chicken 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.
