Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines juicy chicken with fluffy rice and a luscious pineapple sauce, all ready in just 30 minutes. This sweet-savory meal is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to quick weeknight meals. The harmony of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and honey creates a delightful sauce that coats tender chicken and colorful vegetables like bell peppers and green onions, offering a delicious experience that transports your taste buds to the tropics. Whether served over rice or alongside fresh salad greens, this recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and vinegar; simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch with water in a small bowl; add to the sauce and simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan along with pineapple chunks and diced bell pepper; cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice until heated through; mix well.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by varying honey or brown sugar based on your preference. Feel free to add other vegetables for variety.