Description
Pineapple Chicken Rice is a delightful tropical dish that brings together tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fragrant jasmine rice. This easy-to-make recipe bursts with sweet and savory flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, every bite feels like a warm hug from the tropics. Experience the joy of this comforting meal that promises to impress your loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned)
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Dice chicken, chop bell peppers and onion, and drain canned pineapple if using.
- Cook chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown, about 7 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Stir in onion and bell peppers; sauté for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl. Pour over the skillet mixture.
- Add pineapple & rice: Gently fold in pineapple chunks and prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Combine: Once rice is ready, mix everything in one pot, ensuring each grain is coated with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg