Delicious Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Delicious Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a quick and flavorful one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners, offering a tropical twist that everyone will enjoy. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, you can have a satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes, making it an instant favorite for families seeking convenience without compromising on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Dice the bell pepper, slice green onions, and mince garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), and cornstarch. Pour over chicken and stir to coat evenly.
- Incorporate pineapple chunks and diced bell pepper; cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 715mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg