Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful bell peppers, all cooked together in one skillet for a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers delightful flavors that your family will love. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a beautifully balanced meal that’s both nutritious and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (diced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks (drained; reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss in the bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in drained pineapple chunks and heat through for about 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat evenly.
- Simmer uncovered for an additional 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve over cooked rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg