Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Irresistible Pineapple Chicken and Rice, a delightful dish that brings together the sweetness of pineapple and the savory goodness of chicken for a quick weeknight meal. In just 20 minutes, you can create a vibrant, satisfying dinner that’s sure to impress your family or guests. This one-pan recipe not only saves time on preparation and clean-up but also delivers a deliciously balanced meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying dinner after a busy day or hosting friends for a casual gathering, this dish offers an enticing combination of flavors that will elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup flour (for coating)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in pineapple juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar; bring to simmer before adding pineapple chunks.
- Whisk in cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat it with the sauce; simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg