Pineapple Chicken and Rice
If you’re craving a dish that bursts with tropical flavors, look no further than Pineapple Chicken and Rice. This vibrant meal combines juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and fresh veggies for a colorful presentation and a delightful taste. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, but it’s also perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes that will have everyone asking for seconds! Ideal for meal prep, this dish can be made ahead of time and stored for convenient lunches or dinners throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
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
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
- In a pot, cook rinsed rice with 4 cups of water; bring to boil then simmer covered for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet; sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add cubed chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and snap peas; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, and grated ginger.
- Pour sauce over chicken and veggies; add pineapple chunks and mix gently.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper; fluff rice before serving topped with the chicken mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg