Description
Easy Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a delightful dish that brings the sweetness of pineapple together with tender chicken, creating a flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. This one-pan recipe showcases the vibrant tastes of tropical ingredients and offers a quick solution for satisfying meals. With just 30 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can impress your family with a colorful plate that combines savory and sweet flavors. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or rice variations for added nutrition and enjoyment.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup white or brown rice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté diced onion and optional bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add pineapple chunks and cook briefly.
- Return chicken to the skillet and stir to combine; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve over fluffy rice; garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer. Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or carrots. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar used.