Description
A colorful and flavorful dish that combines savory chicken, sweet pineapple, and tender rice for a satisfying, tropical-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced or grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 20–30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook the marinated chicken until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Remove the chicken and sauté the carrots and bell peppers until just tender.
- Add the cooked rice and stir until heated through, absorbing the flavors in the pan.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add pineapple chunks, and mix well.
- Toss in chopped green onions and squeeze fresh lime juice over before serving.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture during stir-frying.
- Substitute tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes can add heat.
- Try with coconut rice for a more tropical twist.
- Reheat in a skillet to maintain texture, or microwave with a splash of water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
