Pineapple Chicken and Rice: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Dish
A delicious recipe combining juicy pineapple with tender chicken and fluffy rice, perfect for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the pineapple chunks, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the cooked rice and heat through.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken and Rice, chicken recipe, easy dinner, comfort food