Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner that will delight your family? Try this Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe. The dish combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple with tender chicken, all coated in a sticky glaze that makes it irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead, this meal is not only delicious but also family-friendly, appealing to both kids and adults. With minimal preparation time and simple ingredients, enjoying a healthy, homemade dinner has never been easier!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic. If using fresh pineapple, chop it into chunks.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and pineapple; cook for another 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce mixture; stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve over warm rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg