Description
Delicious Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a quick and delightful one-pot meal that brings a tropical flair right to your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and vibrant vegetables, making it a perfect choice for busy families. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a flavorful dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. The balance of sweet and savory flavors creates a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive or sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
Instructions
- Dice the red bell pepper and mince the garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the diced chicken breast and cook until browned on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and cornstarch. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.
- Gently stir in pineapple chunks and allow everything to simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the mixture over cooked rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your vegetables based on what you have at home; options like broccoli or snap peas work well. For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like cilantro or lime wedges when serving.