Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Juicy Pineapple Chicken and Rice! Easy Tropical Dinner, a dish that brings the sunny tropics to your dining table. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken with sweet pineapple chunks, all served over fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights. With its refreshing taste and easy preparation, it’s destined to become a new favorite. Enjoy the harmonious blend of savory and sweet while delighting your guests with this colorful, healthy dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 2 pieces lime wedges
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 tbsp sriracha or chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic, grate ginger, and chop vegetables.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic and ginger; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers, onion, and optional peas/carrots; stir-fry for 5 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Mix in fresh pineapple chunks and soy sauce; cook until heated through.
- Serve over a bed of cooked rice, garnishing with lime wedges and cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg