Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe – Tropical Dinner Ideas
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe – Tropical Dinner Ideas. This dish combines tender chicken with sweet, juicy pineapple and colorful bell peppers, creating a delightful fusion that transports your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe promises a satisfying meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it alone or over fluffy jasmine rice for a complete dinner option that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- 1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Cook in a rice cooker or pot with 4 cups of water according to instructions.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds.
- 3. Add diced chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (5–7 minutes).
- 4. Stir in sliced onion and bell peppers; cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until tender.
- 5. Gently fold in fresh pineapple chunks along with soy sauce, honey, and sriracha sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- 6. Fluff cooked rice with a fork and serve alongside the pineapple chicken mixture garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg