Description
Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice is a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and crisp vegetables for a delightful meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes. This quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, delivering a burst of tropical flavor that appeals to everyone. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins, it’s a healthy option packed with wholesome ingredients like brown rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked brown or white rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 red bell pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1½ cups fresh pineapple, cubed
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and let rest for 10–15 minutes. Pat dry.
- Heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a wok over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned (5–7 minutes), then set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining coconut oil and sauté onion until translucent (3–4 minutes). Add bell peppers, garlic, and ginger; cook for another few minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, chilled rice, honey, pineapple cubes, and cooked chicken. Mix well and reduce heat to low; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add peas and lime juice; stir gently until warmed through. Serve hot garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg