Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a sweet and tangy dish that combines tender chicken pieces with juicy pineapple chunks, served over fluffy rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned.
- Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch to create a sauce.
- Add the sauce and pineapple chunks to the skillet. Stir well, ensuring the chicken is coated in the sauce.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the pineapple chicken over the cooked rice.
Notes
- You can use fresh or canned pineapple for this recipe.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or peas if desired.
- This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 25g
Keywords: Pineapple, Chicken, Rice, Main Course, Asian-Inspired, Gluten Free