Description
Indulge in a burst of tropical flavor with this Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe. This delightful dish combines tender chicken with sweet pineapple, vibrant bell peppers, and a hint of spice from sriracha sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in under an hour and offers a colorful presentation that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over fluffy jasmine rice for a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you’re hosting a dinner gathering or simply looking to brighten up your weeknight meals, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the jasmine rice by boiling water in a pot, adding the rice, covering it, and simmering for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides (about 6–8 minutes).
- Stir in sliced onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and pineapple chunks; cook for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Mix soy sauce, honey, and sriracha in a bowl; pour over the chicken mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Fluff cooked jasmine rice with a fork before serving the pineapple chicken over it. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg