Description
This Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors that come together in a quick and easy stir-fry. Tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and crunchy bell peppers are coated in a tangy soy-based sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (slurry)
For Serving:
- 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Prepare the Stir-Fry: In the same skillet, add bell pepper and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender. Add garlic and pineapple chunks, stirring for another 1–2 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Serve hot over cooked rice and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- You can use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
- Add chili flakes or sriracha for some heat.
- This dish also works great with shrimp or tofu as a protein swap.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
