Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice combines sweet and savory flavors, creating a delightful meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (or chicken thighs)
- 2 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
- 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice
- 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Water
- 1.5 cups Cooked Rice
- 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
- 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup Green Onions (chopped)
- Sesame seeds (for serving)
- Crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive or sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to the pan. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), vinegar, cornstarch, and water until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir to coat.
- Add pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Serve over cooked rice, garnishing with green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Can substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken, Chicken and Rice, Asian cuisine, quick dinner, family meal