Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Easy Tropical Delight for Dinner
Enjoy a tropical twist to your dinner with this easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe that brings together delicious flavors in one pot.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 cups rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger, sauté until softened.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, and soy sauce.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
- Mix in pineapple and bell pepper.
- Cover and cook until rice is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute brown rice for white rice for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken and Rice, Tropical Recipe, Easy Dinner