Description

Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and aromatic rice in one easy-to-make meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe shines with a sweet-savory flavor profile that will satisfy the whole family. With minimal cleanup required thanks to its one-pan preparation, you can spend more time enjoying your meal and less time in the kitchen. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasoning to suit your taste. Experience a tropical twist on dinner that’s both nutritious and delightful!

Ingredients

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2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
1 bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 cup white or jasmine rice, rinsed
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil
1/4 cup water or chicken broth

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Instructions

Prepare all ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, dice the bell pepper, chop green onions, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes), then remove and set aside.
Add more oil if needed; sauté garlic, ginger, and bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in rinsed rice and toast lightly for about one minute. Then add pineapple chunks and reserved juice.
Return chicken to the pan; add soy sauce (or tamari), brown sugar (or honey), and water (or broth). Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook for about 15 minutes until rice is tender.
Fluff rice with a fork; garnish with green onions and drizzle with sesame oil if desired. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 75mg