Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, fresh pineapple, and colorful vegetables, creating a sweet and savory experience in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or quick weeknight meals, taking just 45 minutes from prep to plate. The delightful mix of flavors, including soy sauce and ginger, makes it a crowd-pleaser that can be easily customized with your favorite veggies or proteins. Enjoy this wholesome meal that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the rinsed rice in a medium pot with 4 cups of water over high heat until boiling. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add cubed chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and snap peas; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, honey (if using), and ginger.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture and add pineapple chunks; stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Fluff cooked rice in serving bowls and top with the pineapple chicken mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg