Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight
Indulge in a tropical culinary adventure with the Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight. This vibrant dish boasts tender chicken paired with sweet pineapple and colorful bell peppers, all brought together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-skillet meal is not only quick to prepare but also sure to impress family and friends. With its delightful blend of flavors, your taste buds will dance with joy at every bite. Customize it further by adding your favorite veggies or proteins to create a unique twist that suits any palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (diced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks (drained; reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- In a large skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate the drained pineapple chunks and heat for about 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Simmer uncovered for about 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve over cooked white rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg