Description
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice: An Incredible 5-Step Recipe. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables, all cooked together in just one skillet for a hassle-free meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it offers a satisfying taste that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy the tropical flavors while keeping your dinner nutritious and colorful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve juice)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked through (5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add long-grain rice to the skillet and mix well with the chicken mixture. Pour in reserved pineapple juice and chicken broth.
- Fold in drained pineapple chunks and soy sauce; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite veggies such as snap peas or carrots. For a bit of crunch, top with toasted nuts before serving.