Description
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with this Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe. This one-pan meal comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Tender chicken breast is sautéed to perfection, then simmered in a tangy sauce that combines fresh pineapple juice, soy sauce, and honey. Served over fluffy rice and colorful vegetables, this dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly flavorful. Customize it with your favorite veggies for a personal touch and enjoy a delicious meal that satisfies everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (or thighs)
- 2 tbsp olive or sesame oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with water
- 1.5 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- Diced red bell pepper
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken until browned (about 5-7 minutes) and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, and rice vinegar; stir to combine.
- Mix cornstarch with water until dissolved, then stir into the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet; add pineapple chunks and diced vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until veggies are tender yet crisp.
- Serve over cooked rice garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg