Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that marries the sweetness of pineapple with savory chicken and colorful vegetables, creating a vibrantly delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this one-pan wonder that’s not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. With juicy chunks of chicken coated in a tangy sauce and served over fluffy rice, this recipe offers a satisfying blend of flavors that will impress your family or guests alike. Enjoy the harmony of sweet and savory in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive or sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- â…“ cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
- 1½ cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté cubed chicken until browned and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and vinegar; simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with water and add to the sauce, cooking until glossy and slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the pan along with pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper. Stir well to coat.
- Add cooked rice, mixing thoroughly until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg