Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant dish that beautifully marries sweet and savory flavors, making it perfect for any occasion. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser, ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. Juicy pineapple chunks complement tender chicken and colorful vegetables, creating a meal that’s both satisfying and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear and then cook in a pot with water until fluffy.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add cubed chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and snap peas; cook until tender-crisp.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, honey (if using), and ginger; pour over the mixture in the skillet.
- Add pineapple chunks; let simmer to thicken the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference or what’s in season. For extra flavor, try adding chopped herbs like cilantro as garnish.