Create a Flavorful Pineapple Chicken Rice in Just 5 Steps!
This vibrant dish marries the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple with tender chicken and fluffy rice, creating a delightful meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this easy recipe that’s packed with nutrients and sure to please the whole family. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for added color and texture, making it as versatile as it is delicious. With its kid-friendly taste profile, this dish encourages even the pickiest eaters to enjoy their veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces; cook until browned and cooked through, then remove from pan.
- Sauté onion and garlic in the same pan until translucent.
- Stir in rice, broth, soy sauce, honey, ginger; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fold in pineapple and bell pepper; return chicken to the pan. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg