Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a quick and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the tropics to your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan meal combines tender chicken with sweet pineapple and vibrant vegetables, creating a delightful harmony of flavors that everyone in the family will enjoy. With just 30 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can serve up a satisfying meal that’s not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply looking for an easy weeknight dinner, this Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (or thighs)
- 2 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
- 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice
- 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1.5 cups Cooked Rice
- 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
- 1/2 Red Bell Pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup Green Onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and measuring sauces.
- Heat olive or sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breast and cook until browned on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then stir in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixture.
- Incorporate diced bell pepper and pineapple chunks into the skillet; cook until peppers are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the mixture over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg