Pineapple Chicken With Rice Recipe
Pineapple Chicken With Rice is a delightful dish that brings a burst of tropical flavor to your dinner table. In just about 30 minutes, you can prepare tender chicken coated in a sweet and tangy pineapple teriyaki sauce, all served in fun pineapple boats. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering both comfort and a unique presentation. The combination of juicy pineapple and savory chicken creates an impressive yet easy meal that your family and friends will love. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the sweetness to suit your taste. Enjoy this vibrant dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium pineapple
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Cut the pineapple in half lengthwise, scooping out the flesh to create boats while reserving chunks for the sauce.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and cook seasoned chicken until browned (5–7 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together reserved pineapple chunks, soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ginger powder, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and minced garlic.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer on low for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Fill each pineapple boat with cooked rice and top with teriyaki chicken mixture. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pineapple boat (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg