Description
Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables all in one pan. Ready in just 30 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. Each bite delivers a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftover rice and chicken, ensuring nothing goes to waste. Elevate your dinner experience tonight with this easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked brown or white rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- ½ yellow onion
- ½ green bell pepper
- ½ red bell pepper
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 ½ cups cubed pineapple
- ¾ cup frozen peas
- Juice of 1 small lime
- Green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by seasoning with salt and letting it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes). Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining oil. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add bell peppers, garlic, and ginger; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with soy sauce, scraping any browned bits.
- Stir in cooked rice, honey, pineapple cubes, and cooked chicken. Cook on low for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Finally, add frozen peas and lime juice in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 417
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 81mg