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Juicy Pineapple Chicken and Rice! Easy Tropical Dinner

Juicy Pineapple Chicken and Rice! Easy Tropical Dinner

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Juicy Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant dish that brings the tropical flavors of sweet pineapple and zesty ginger to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken with colorful vegetables, creating a delightful stir-fry that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this meal can be ready in just one hour, and it’s sure to please everyone from kids to adults. Serve it on a bed of fluffy rice and garnish with fresh lime and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy this delicious fusion of sweet and savory tastes that will transport you straight to a sunny paradise!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup bell peppers
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Prep all produce: wash, chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic, grate ginger, and chop vegetables.
  2. Marinate chicken in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and optional sesame oil for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken until golden brown (8-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes). Add peas and carrots (if using) for another 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in pineapple chunks and cooked rice; mix well until heated through (3-5 minutes).
  6. Combine with cooked chicken; garnish with lime wedges and cilantro before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg