Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe -Tropical Dinner Ideas
Get ready to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe. This delightful dish features juicy chicken pieces sautéed with vibrant vegetables and fresh pineapple, all enveloped in a sweet and spicy sauce that perfectly balances flavors. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. With a quick preparation time, you’ll have a hearty meal on the table in no time. Whether you serve it in a bowl, on a platter, or as fun lettuce wraps, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice the bell peppers and onion; mince the garlic.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Mix soy sauce, honey, sriracha, salt, and pepper in a bowl; pour over chicken and vegetables. Add pineapple chunks and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Serve over fluffy jasmine rice garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg