Easy Pineapple Chicken with Rice
Experience a tropical getaway right at your dinner table with Easy Pineapple Chicken with Rice. This delightful dish features tender chicken marinated in a savory-sweet sauce, perfectly paired with fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this family-friendly meal that promises to impress even the pickiest eaters. With its balance of flavors and versatility, you can easily customize it with your favorite seasonal veggies or grains. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a gathering, this dish guarantees satisfaction in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper (optional)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic in a bowl. Add chicken pieces and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Sauté chicken: Heat skillet over medium heat, add marinated chicken, and cook until golden brown (5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Stir-fry veggies: In the same skillet, add onion, bell pepper (if using), and pineapple; cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Combine: Return chicken to skillet with vegetables; stir together and heat through for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Serve: Plate over rice and garnish with green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg