Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that brings the tropical flavors of juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice together in one easy-to-make meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this one-pan recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers a mouthwatering combination of savory and sweet. With minimal cleanup and nutritious ingredients, it’s a family-friendly option that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 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 olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken; cook until browned and fully cooked.
- Stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Add pineapple chunks and soy sauce; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in cooked rice until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg