Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight
If you’re in the mood for a vibrant and flavorful dish that feels like a tropical getaway, look no further than Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken sautéed with sweet pineapple chunks and a savory sauce, all served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish brings together the best of sweet and savory flavors, ensuring every bite is a delight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Once cooked through, add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in drained pineapple chunks, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Serve the chicken mixture hot over a bed of fluffy cooked rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg