Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that perfectly balances tangy pineapple flavors with tender chicken, all enveloped in a sticky glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, providing a wholesome meal that the entire family will enjoy. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that checks all the boxes: quick, flavorful, and nutritious. Serve it over your choice of rice and feel free to add extra vegetables to boost the nutritional value!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)
- Green onions (for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add garlic and pineapple to the skillet; stir for another 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and stir continuously for about 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve over hot rice, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 356
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 602mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 73mg