Description
A delightful dish combining sweet and savory flavors with chicken, pineapple, and vegetables served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (Substitute with chicken thighs for a juicier option.)
- 2 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (Low sodium is a healthier alternative.)
- 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice
- 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Water
- 1.5 cups Cooked Rice
- 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
- 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper (Diced)
- 1/4 cup Green Onions (Chopped)
- Sesame seeds (For serving)
- Crushed red pepper (Optional for extra spice.)
Instructions
- Start by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), vinegar, cornstarch, and water until combined.
- Pour this sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add in the pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and serve over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper if desired.
Notes
For a healthier version, use skinless chicken breasts and low-sodium soy sauce. Cooking the rice in chicken broth can also enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken, Rice, Quick Dinner, Family Meal, Asian Cuisine