Description
Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight is a quick and colorful dinner packed with sweet pineapple, juicy chicken, and savory soy sauce—all served over fluffy rice. This easy, 7-ingredient tropical chicken rice dish is perfect for busy nights and meal prep!
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, diced
1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, yellow mix)
½ cup soy sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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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. 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. -
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.
Notes
Variations:
Protein Swap: Use shrimp, tofu, or tempeh instead of chicken.
Grain Swap: Substitute brown rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa.
Tropical Twist: Add diced mango, papaya, or even a splash of coconut milk.
Heat it Up: Add chili flakes or diced jalapeño for a spicy kick.
Storage & Reheating:
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Reheat: Microwave with a splash of water or reheat in a skillet over medium heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired / Tropical Fusion
