Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables in just one pan. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick recipe can be prepared in about 30 minutes, making it a perfect solution for those looking to create a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With its mouthwatering combination of sweet and savory flavors, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: dice the chicken and bell pepper, and drain the pineapple.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell pepper; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add pineapple chunks; cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors.
- In a small bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
- Pour sauce into the skillet; stir well to coat everything evenly. Simmer uncovered for about 4-5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot over cooked white rice; garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg