Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with sweet pineapple and vibrant vegetables over a fluffy bed of rice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a burst of flavor that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- In a medium pot, cook the rinsed rice with 4 cups of water; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add cubed chicken to the skillet; cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell pepper and snap peas; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender yet crisp.
- Whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, honey (optional), and ginger; pour over the chicken mixture.
- Add pineapple chunks; stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over fluffy rice and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg