Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight
Indulge in a tropical escape with our Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken, fresh bell peppers, and juicy pineapple, all cooked together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it boasts a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors that will please everyone’s palate. With minimal cleanup thanks to the one-skillet preparation, this quick meal is not only delicious but also incredibly convenient.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (diced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks (drained; reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp honey (or agave syrup)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add drained pineapple chunks and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
- In a small bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ground ginger; whisk to combine.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer uncovered for about 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the mixture over cooked white rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 389
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg