Description
Discover the joy of cooking with our Disgustingly Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice in 30! This vibrant dish is a delightful fusion of tender chicken and sweet, tangy pineapple, making it an instant favorite for family dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something quick yet flavorful. The one-pan preparation means less cleanup, allowing you to savor every bite without the hassle. Serve it over fluffy rice or fill wraps for a fun twist. With its combination of delicious flavors and ease of preparation, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once browned, remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, around 3-4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet with vegetables. Bring to a simmer while stirring constantly until thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken and add pineapple chunks to the skillet. Stir well to combine everything thoroughly.
- Serve hot over cooked rice, garnishing with green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg