Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This one-pan dish is quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy a nutritious meal without the hassle. The tender chicken paired with juicy pineapple and colorful vegetables creates a vibrant, mouthwatering experience at any dinner table. Customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the sauce to suit your palate, ensuring everyone enjoys this delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing chicken and bell pepper, then draining pineapple and reserving juice.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Add drained pineapple chunks; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
- Pour sauce over chicken mixture; simmer uncovered for about 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg