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Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe -Tropical Dinner Ideas

Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe – Tropical Dinner Ideas


  • Author: Elliana
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Are you ready to indulge in a delightful dish that brings the essence of the tropics right to your dinner table? Our Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe is a vibrant blend of tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables, all enveloped in a sweet and spicy sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any weeknight meal or special occasion, and it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea or a flavorful one-pot meal, this tropical treat will quickly become a favorite.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 4 cups water
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Cook rice with 4 cups of water in a rice cooker or on stovetop until fluffy.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken pieces; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
  4. Stir in onions and bell peppers; cook until softened.
  5. Mix in pineapple, soy sauce, honey, and sriracha; cook for an additional few minutes.
  6. Serve the chicken mixture over jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For gluten-free options, swap soy sauce with tamari. To make it vegan, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh.