Description
Delight in the tropical flavors of Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight! This vibrant dish combines juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and sweet pineapple, all cooked together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it offers a burst of flavor that pleases every palate. The one-skillet preparation ensures minimal cleanup, allowing you to savor your meal without hassle. Enjoy customizing this recipe with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch that suits your family’s taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp honey (or agave syrup)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until just softened.
- Add the drained pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir until everything is well-coated.
- Simmer uncovered for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the mixture over cooked white rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg