Description
Easy Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that brings a tropical twist to your dinner table. This dish features tender chicken pieces sautéed with vibrant vegetables and juicy pineapple, all tossed with fluffy rice in a delicious sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan meal comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep. With its colorful presentation and hearty ingredients, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and broccoli; cook until tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Add pineapple chunks and mix well.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce and honey; pour over the mixture in the skillet and stir to coat.
- Add cooked rice; stir thoroughly and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand. For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños during cooking.