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Pineapple Chicken Rice

Delicious Pineapple Chicken Rice: A Tropical Family Favorite

Pineapple Chicken Rice is a delightful one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and sweet pineapple, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice can substitute with basmati rice
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breast if preferred
For the Pineapple
  • 1 cup Pineapple (fresh) can substitute with canned pineapple
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper can substitute with yellow bell pepper or snap peas
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas adjust cooking time if using fresh peas
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce tamari is a gluten-free alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce can substitute with hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can substitute with olive oil
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh ginger preferred
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions can substitute with chives
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil can use any preferred cooking oil

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with water (about 1.5 times the rice) and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Sear for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked, add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add diced red bell pepper and frozen peas to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the bell pepper is tender.
  5. Introduce diced fresh pineapple to the skillet and cook together for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce into the skillet over the chicken mixture, stirring to coat and letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Carefully add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet, folding it into the mixture to combine evenly and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe can easily be adapted with different proteins or vegetables based on seasonal availability and personal preference.

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