Best Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Best Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe, a delightful dish that brings together the sweet and savory notes of succulent chicken bathed in a glossy pineapple sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, ready in just 30 minutes! Each bite combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, all enhanced by the tropical essence of pineapple. This easy one-pan meal is sure to impress your family and friends while providing a wholesome option packed with protein and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
- 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 pieces and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Stir in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and vinegar; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch with water until smooth; add to the sauce to thicken.
- Return chicken to the pan along with pineapple chunks and red bell pepper; cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice until heated through; adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg