Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Easy Tropical Delight Recipe
Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Easy Tropical Delight Recipe is a vibrant dish that brings the taste of the tropics right to your dining table. This quick and easy recipe features tender, cubed chicken sautéed with sweet pineapple and colorful bell peppers, all served atop fluffy rice. In just 30 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only packed with flavor but also healthy and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish will impress family and friends alike with its delightful combination of sweet and savory notes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add cubed chicken and cook until browned on all sides (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add diced bell pepper and sauté until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in drained pineapple chunks and soy sauce; stir well to combine.
- Incorporate the cooked rice into the skillet, mixing thoroughly, and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls or on plates.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg