Pineapple Chicken Rice
Experience a burst of flavor with Pineapple Chicken Rice, a vibrant dish that harmoniously blends sweet pineapple, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers an irresistible aroma and tropical taste that transports you straight to paradise. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s a delightful meal that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 ripe pineapple (about 2 cups chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent. Add bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and minced garlic; cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Mix soy sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl, then pour over the sautéed mixture in the skillet.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, stir to combine, and simmer for an additional 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg