Pineapple Chicken and Rice: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that brings a tropical flair to your traditional comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic, soy sauce, and pineapple. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked rice and mix well.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken, Comfort Food, Rice Dishes