Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pot meal that brings together succulent chicken, juicy pineapple, and vibrant vegetables in a sweet and savory sauce. This quick family dinner can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the red bell pepper, slicing the green onions, and mincing the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until browned on all sides (5–7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and red bell pepper to the skillet; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until veggies soften.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey or brown sugar, and cornstarch. Pour over chicken and veggies in the skillet.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and simmer for about 10 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg