Description
This Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight is a vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender chicken breast, sweet pineapple chunks, colorful bell peppers, and savory soy sauce, all served over fluffy white rice. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
Produce
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, yellow mix)
Canned Goods
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
Grains
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
Condiments & Oils
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Spices
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until tender and fluffy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder. Cook until chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Add Bell Peppers and Pineapple: Stir in the diced bell peppers and drained pineapple chunks. Cook for 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and pineapple is warmed through.
- Add Soy Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce and stir everything together. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes so the flavors combine well.
- Combine with Rice: Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir until evenly mixed and heated through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your tropical delight!
Notes
- Make sure the chicken is fully cooked to avoid any foodborne illness.
- You can substitute brown rice for a healthier option, but cooking time will be longer.
- Adjust soy sauce amount to control saltiness based on your preference.
- Add chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and garnish.
- This dish reheats well and is perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical / Fusion
