Description
Sweet & Savory Pineapple Chicken Rice is a delightful fusion dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its vibrant flavors. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken pieces, juicy pineapple, and fluffy rice, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables and garnishes, making it a versatile addition to your weeknight meals. In just under an hour, you can serve up a colorful plate that’s sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop bell peppers.
- Rinse jasmine or basmati rice until the water runs clear; cook according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Once hot, sauté chicken seasoned with garlic powder until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and pineapple chunks; add honey. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Fluff the cooked rice and combine it with the chicken mixture in the skillet.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or mint and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg