Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Easy Recipe for Flavorful Family Meals
A delightful recipe combining tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add pineapple chunks and soy sauce, mixing well.
- Mix in the cooked rice and season with black pepper.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg