Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables into a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy recipe marries the sweetness of pineapple with savory soy sauce, creating a dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. With its simple preparation and adaptable ingredients, you can make it your own by incorporating whatever vegetables you have on hand. Whether served family-style or plated individually, this dish will surely impress your guests and become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned)
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add cubed chicken to the skillet; cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and snap peas; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, honey (if using), and grated ginger. Pour over the chicken mixture along with pineapple chunks; stir to coat evenly and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve over fluffed rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 684mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 73mg