Honey Garlic Pineapple Chicken Bowl: A Tropical Delight!
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Honey Garlic Pineapple Chicken Bowl: A Tropical Delight! This dish combines succulent chicken pieces coated in a luscious honey garlic glaze, paired with caramelized pineapple chunks, all served atop fluffy brown rice. With its sweet and savory profile, this bowl is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for special occasions. The colorful presentation and nutrient-rich ingredients make it not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Whip it up in just 30 minutes and savor a taste of the tropics at home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to create the glaze.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the glaze over the chicken and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until caramelized.
- Serve the chicken and pineapple mixture over warm brown rice.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg