Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with our Best Pineapple Chicken Recipe, a tropical sensation that will elevate any dining occasion. This dish features succulent chicken pieces enveloped in a vibrant lemon-ginger glaze, served alongside creamy coconut rice and a refreshing mango-pineapple salsa. Perfect for weeknight dinners, summer gatherings, or meal prep, this recipe is designed to impress your taste buds while being quick and easy to prepare. The combination of sweet and savory notes creates an unforgettable culinary experience that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb diced chicken breast
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup diced mango
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tsp sriracha
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Allow to sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Whisk together ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and soy sauce in a small bowl for the glaze.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown on one side (about 4–5 minutes).
- Flip chicken pieces and pour the ginger-lemon glaze over them. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the glaze thickens.
- Mix diced pineapple, mango, red onion, and lime juice in a bowl for the salsa; season with salt and pepper.
- For spicy mayo, whisk mayonnaise with sriracha and lime juice until smooth.
- Serve coconut rice topped with chicken and salsa; drizzle with spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken in the glaze for at least 30 minutes if you want a richer flavor. Feel free to substitute the fruits in the salsa based on your preference or seasonal availability.