Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that brings together the sweetness of pineapple with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 30 minutes from prep to table. With its one-pan cooking method, cleanup is a breeze, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish is sure to impress with its explosion of flavors and colorful presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive or sesame oil
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup pineapple juice
- 1½ cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Heat olive or sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté cubed chicken until browned and cooked through; remove from the pan.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and vinegar; let simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; stir into the sauce until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper; mix well until coated with sauce.
- Add cooked rice to the pan and stir until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds or chili flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 388
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 812mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg