Pineapple chicken curry is a delightfully delicious meal with a kick of sweet and spicy flavors. Don’t you think it’s interesting that this chicken curry is both sweet and spicy at the same? This is exactly what makes it an absolutely hearty winter dinner.

I frequently prepare curry for my family since it is simple to prepare and something we can all enjoy. Curry stirs up layers of aromas and spices in my mind. Although there are many ingredients in this meal, they all work together to make it appealing. In fact, one of my favorite pastimes is making curries.

I’m really passionate to try out a wide variety of unique dishes, and Pineapple Chicken Curry is one of those experiments that really came out successful. The recipe for Pineapple Chicken Curry is simple, easy, and healthy. Moreover, it only requires you to rough-cut your vegetables.

Wondering what inspired me to try this dish? Well, one day I went out to try pineapple pizza. While I was trying that pizza I enjoyed the pineapple and chicken combination. So, I decided to use pineapple in my chicken curry and surprisingly it came out too good!

Before preparing this dish, I had never tasted pineapple chicken curry. But when I shared my idea with my husband, he really appreciated it and helped me a lot in cooking this new recipe. He has been putting a lot of effort into attempting to recreate the recipe, and that gave me the courage to try it myself. Well, after tasting the recipe, my husband got carried away with the taste. He could not believe that it was a homemade dish.

The unique taste of this pineapple chicken curry gets a new dimension with Asian ingredients. Chicken is cooked with pineapples, carrots, potatoes, bell peppers, and other vegetables with blended pineapple. In the Philipino, there is almost a similar dish which is known as “Pininyahang Manok”. Some variations of the recipe use a base of chicken stock for the milk.

To soften and enhance the flavor of pineapple while preparing this meal, it is usually cooked briefly in a pan. Can you believe, it just takes 30 minutes to put it together? Honestly, you can have comfort cuisine that is “better than takeout” on the table in 30 minutes! Indeed, it is the ideal supper for hectic weeknights.

Your taste senses will sing as you eat this comforting sweet and spicy dish. With soft chicken chunks, plenty of flavorful vegetables, and juicy bursts of sweet pineapple, the dish has a rich and creamy curry sauce. I bet you’ll like this simple Pineapple Chicken Curry’s tantalizing flavors! It is prepared with succulent chicken, and pieces of pineapple. You’ll adore this meal’s sweet and savory balance.

Previously, I mentioned that this is a fantastic alternative for hectic weeknights. It’s because the list of ingredients is short and you can prepare curry in less than an hour. This dish will be a hit with you and your family.

Storage tips:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. This curry can be reheated and also tastes so good, just store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day and reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.

This curry freezes well, just let it cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a freezer bag and freeze.

Pineapple Chicken Curry

Pineapple Chicken Curry

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course curry, Main Course
Keyword Chicken, Pineapple chicken curry
Servings 4

Ingredients

Pineapple Chicken Curry

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken into regular pieces, and wash it properly.
  • Cut the pineapple into small pieces and turn it into a paste using a blender.
  • Marinate the chicken pieces with turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garlic paste, and ginger paste for 30 mins. Don't forget to cover it with plastic wrap and keep it in the refrigerator.
  • Heat the oil in a pan (Set over medium-high heat) and add onion. Fry the onion until it turns golden brown.
  • Add pineapple paste to it and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the marinated chicken and cook it for 5-10 mins.
  • Add cinnamon and cardamom powder.
  • Add salt and sugar as per taste.
  • Add 1 cup of boiled water and cover the pan with a lead. Cook it for 20-25 mins.
  • Make sure that the meat is tender to bite. Serve with bread, white rice, or fried rice, and enjoy your meal.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 8.3g | Protein: 36.8g | Fat: 31.3g | Saturated Fat: 4.6g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 672mg | Potassium: 333mg | Fiber: 1.3g | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg
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