Description
Deliciously Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant, quick meal that brings together the sweetness of pineapple with tender chicken for a delightful dinner option. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish offers an irresistible blend of flavors and textures, making it suitable for family dinners or casual get-togethers. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that everyone will love while also providing a healthy dose of protein and nutrients from fresh vegetables. Whether served over rice or nestled in a bowl with greens, this recipe is sure to be an instant favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast or thighs
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bell pepper and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes per side.
- Add the bell pepper, garlic, and ginger to the skillet; stir well. Pour in pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Create a cornstarch slurry by mixing it with water in a bowl; gradually add it to the skillet while stirring until thickened (about 2–3 minutes).
- Serve over steamed rice or greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg