Pineapple Chicken and Rice: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious blend of pineapple, chicken, and rice that brings a tropical twist to a classic comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, diced
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the pineapple chunks and soy sauce, and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Serve the chicken mixture over the cooked rice.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Substitute brown rice for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food, Tropical Recipes