Juicy Pineapple Chicken and Rice! Easy Tropical Dinner
Juicy Pineapple Chicken and Rice! Easy Tropical Dinner is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you to the tropics with each bite. This delightful recipe features tender chicken pieces marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, paired perfectly with sweet pineapple chunks and colorful bell peppers. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for a quick weeknight meal, this dish promises to impress without requiring hours in the kitchen. With its eye-catching presentation and delicious flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, marinate chicken with soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add marinated chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (approximately 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in pineapple chunks followed by the cooked rice; mix until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges and optional toppings like cilantro or chili flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg