Description
Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice is a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors for a quick weeknight meal. With tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and vibrant vegetables, this one-pan recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy schedules or casual gatherings. The wholesome ingredients provide a nutritious option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to suit your preferences. You’ll love how easy it is to whip up this colorful stir-fry that bursts with flavor and freshness!
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
- 1½ cups cubed pineapple
- ¾ cup frozen peas
- Juice of 1 small lime
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until no longer pink (5-7 minutes). Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil, onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger; sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with soy sauce, then mix in rice, honey, pineapple, and cooked chicken. Reduce heat and cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Add frozen peas and lime juice in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg