Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Embark on a flavorful culinary adventure with our Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe! This quick and easy dish combines tender chicken with the sweet and tangy notes of fresh pineapple, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a colorful one-pan meal that delights the whole family. With the flexibility to customize ingredients based on your preferences, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your household. Enjoy every bite of this vibrant dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rice, white, brown, or jasmine
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and vinegar. Pour this mixture over the cooked chicken and bring to a simmer.
- Mix cornstarch with water in a separate bowl and stir into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add pineapple chunks, diced bell pepper, and chopped green onions to the skillet. Heat everything through for about 2 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
- Serve the Pineapple Chicken mixture over warm cooked rice. Garnish with optional sesame seeds or additional green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg