Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of pineapple with savory chicken and colorful vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The vibrant flavors create a satisfying meal that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive or sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
- 1½ cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive or sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the cubed chicken until browned and fully cooked. Remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and rice vinegar. Simmer to combine flavors.
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; stir into the sauce until thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan along with pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper. Stir until well coated in sauce.
- Add cooked rice and mix thoroughly; heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or chili flakes if desired before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg