Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice is the ideal dish for those busy weeknights when you crave something delicious yet healthy. This quick recipe unites tender chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, and a sticky-savory glaze that everyone will love. In just 25 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that’s not only satisfying but also family-friendly. Serve it over a bed of fluffy rice and garnish with fresh green onions for an extra pop of color. Whether you’re enjoying it for dinner or meal prepping for the week ahead, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned in juice or fresh)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- If using fresh pineapple, chop it into chunks.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and pineapple; cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and pineapple; stir continuously until thickened (about 2–3 minutes).
- Serve over hot cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg