Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Are you ready to experience a burst of tropical flavors? Our Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and vibrant bell peppers, all harmoniously blended with bold spices. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also offers a colorful presentation that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for any dinner occasion, this recipe is versatile enough to cater to different dietary needs—simply swap the chicken for tofu or adjust the spice levels to your liking. Serve it over fluffy jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro for a truly refreshing meal. Dive into this tropical delight tonight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
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
- Olive oil for cooking
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse 2 cups of jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice with 4 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Incorporate sliced onions and bell peppers; cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in fresh pineapple chunks, soy sauce, honey, and sriracha; mix well and heat through for another 5 minutes.
- Fluff cooked jasmine rice with a fork and serve the pineapple chicken mixture on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg