Description
Sweet and savory pineapple chicken and rice made in one pan with juicy chicken, tangy sauce, and fluffy rice. Quick and perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 half cup soy sauce
- 1 third cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 and a half cups cooked rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 half red bell pepper diced
- 1 quarter cup green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 quarter teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, and vinegar. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Mix cornstarch with water, then add to the pan. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Return the chicken to the pan along with pineapple chunks and diced bell pepper. Toss to coat in the sauce.
- Add the cooked rice and gently stir until everything is evenly combined and heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes. Serve warm.
Notes
- Let the rice cool slightly before adding to prevent clumping and help it absorb the sauce evenly.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired