Description
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe – a tropical dinner idea that brings together the sweetness of fresh pineapple and the savory goodness of chicken. This dish is not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With vibrant vegetables and a delightful sauce that balances sweet and spicy, this meal promises to be a hit with family and friends alike. Serve it over fluffy jasmine rice for the ultimate comfort food experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed rice with water. Cook according to your device's instructions until fluffy.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add bite-sized pieces of chicken breast. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
- Stir in garlic, onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, ginger, and pineapple chunks.
- Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 4–5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and sriracha sauce.
- Pour this mixture over the sautéed chicken and vegetables; stir well to combine.
- Once everything is heated through (about another minute), serve over cooked jasmine rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg