Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice, a quick and vibrant dish that harmoniously combines sweet pineapple and tender chicken with perfectly cooked jasmine rice. This one-pan meal is not only colorful but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe comes together in under an hour, making it a family-friendly option that everyone will enjoy. Serve it as a main dish or pair it with fresh sides for an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup diced chicken breast
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add carrots, peas, and bell peppers; cook until tender.
- Push vegetables to one side of the skillet, then add cooked rice on the other side and stir to combine.
- Add diced pineapple and stir-fry until well mixed.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce; pour over the rice mixture and stir well to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet; heat through until everything is warmed evenly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg