Pineapple Chicken and Rice: A Tropical Delight Recipe
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant dish that marries tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy rice into a delightful tropical meal. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a burst of flavor that appeals to all ages.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb diced chicken breast
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add the pineapple chunks and soy sauce; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Fold in the cooked rice until well combined with all ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy this tropical delight!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg