Description
Easy Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a vibrant and delicious dish that marries the sweetness of juicy pineapple with tender chicken. This one-pan meal is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family gatherings. The combination of fresh vegetables and savory flavors creates a taste sensation that everyone will love. Serve it over a bed of greens or in pineapple bowls for an impressive presentation that will wow your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate diced bell pepper and broccoli florets; stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Mix in pineapple chunks gently.
- Combine soy sauce and honey in a small bowl; pour over the chicken mixture and stir well.
- Add cooked rice, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients; heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 320g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg