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Pineapple Chicken with Rice

Pineapple Chicken with Rice: A Quick & Juicy Delight

Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a quick and tasty dinner option, blending sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Substitute with shrimp, pork, or tofu if desired
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Choose gluten-free for a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can be replaced with honey or agave syrup
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Rice (Jasmine or long-grain) Jasmine is preferred for its aroma
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or Water For cooking the rice
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Pineapple chunks Thaw and drain frozen pineapple if using
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Any variety
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but powder can work
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated or ground ginger can be used
  • 2 each Green Onions Chopped for garnish
Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Optional for a nutty flavor

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your ingredients: cut chicken, dice bell peppers, mince garlic, grate ginger, and drain pineapple.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic, ginger, and bell peppers for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute. Add drained pineapple and reserved juice.
  5. Combine chicken, soy sauce, brown sugar, and broth. Simmer covered for 15 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice and garnish with green onions and sesame oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust liquids for rice texture. You can add more vegetables for nutrition.

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