Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful meal that combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, and fluffy rice for a tropical twist on weeknight dinners. This dish offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that will satisfy both kids and adults alike. With just a handful of ingredients and a quick cooking time, you can prepare this satisfying one-pan meal in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Mix in pineapple chunks and soy sauce; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked rice to the skillet; stir well until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce before cooking. Fresh pineapple enhances the dish's sweetness but canned can be used in a pinch. To make it spicier, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños while sautéing.