Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant and satisfying dish that harmonizes sweet and savory flavors in a quick, one-pan meal. This recipe features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and juicy pineapple, creating a delightful dining experience perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a hearty dish that appeals to all ages—making it an ideal choice for family dinners or potluck contributions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- Optional garnishes: green onions or sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken and bell pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 6–8 minutes until browned.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Mix in the pineapple chunks and cook for another 2 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger; pour over the skillet mixture.
- Simmer uncovered for about 4–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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