Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Easy Tropical Delight Recipe
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant, tropical-inspired dish that brings sunshine to your dining table. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken breast with sweet pineapple chunks and colorful bell peppers, resulting in a quick and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add cubed chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add diced bell pepper and cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Mix in drained pineapple chunks and soy sauce; stir well to combine.
- Finally, add cooked rice to the skillet and mix thoroughly while heating through for a few minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy your tropical delight!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg