Name: Pineapple Chicken With Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients: 1 medium pineapple (with 1 cup of chunks reserved); 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp ground black pepper; 1 Tbsp cooking oil; 1 cup pineapple chunks (from the pineapple boats); ¼ cup soy sauce; ¼ cup water; 3 Tbsp brown sugar; 1 tsp ginger powder; 3 Tbsp rice vinegar; 2 tsp cornstarch; 3 garlic cloves (minced); 2 cups cooked rice (brown or white); Chopped green onion and sesame seeds for garnish

Description

Pineapple Chicken With Rice is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and tangy pineapple teriyaki sauce, all served in eye-catching pineapple boats. This tropical-inspired meal is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, as it can be prepared in just 30 minutes. The vibrant presentation not only impresses but also adds a fun twist to your dinner table. Enjoy the wholesome flavors of this nutritious dish that is customizable with your favorite vegetables and rice options.

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium pineapple (with 1 cup of chunks reserved)
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
1 Tbsp cooking oil
1 cup pineapple chunks (from the pineapple boats)
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup water
3 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp ginger powder
3 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp cornstarch
3 garlic cloves (minced)
2 cups cooked rice (brown or white)
Chopped green onion and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Cut the pineapple in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, reserving one cup.
Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned.
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ginger powder, rice vinegar, cornstarch, minced garlic, and reserved pineapple chunks.
Pour the mixture over the chicken in the skillet and cook until thickened.
Fill each pineapple boat with cooked rice and top with the teriyaki chicken mixture. Garnish before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate in the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition.