Description
Mouthwatering Hawaiian pineapple chicken and rice blends tropical flavors into a delightful meal. Sweet and tangy ingredients create a perfect balance of Hawaiian-inspired comfort for dinner lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ red bell pepper
- ½ green bell pepper
- 2 tbsps honey
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Rice Preparation: Cook jasmine or basmati rice according to package instructions, aiming for light, fluffy grains that will complement the tropical chicken medley.
- Ingredient Preparation: Uniformly dice pineapple and chicken breasts, removing excess fat, and season protein with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, massaging spices thoroughly for maximum flavor absorption.
- Protein Searing: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, carefully sauté chicken pieces until golden brown and fully cooked, creating a caramelized exterior while maintaining inner tenderness.
- Vegetable Sauté: In the same skillet, introduce onions and bell peppers, cooking until slightly translucent, then add pineapple chunks to develop a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes.
- Sauce Integration: Combine soy sauce, honey, and ginger to create a glossy sauce, returning cooked chicken to the skillet and gently tossing to ensure complete flavor coverage and ingredient cohesion.
- Plating: Transfer the aromatic tropical chicken mixture over prepared rice, finishing with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to elevate the dish’s herbal brightness and visual appeal.
Notes
- Optimize Pineapple Selection: Choose ripe, golden pineapples with minimal brown spots for maximum sweetness and juiciness, ensuring vibrant flavor in the final dish.
- Control Chicken Moisture: Pat chicken pieces dry before seasoning to achieve perfect golden-brown sear, preventing steaming and promoting crisp exterior.
- Balance Sauce Consistency: Adjust honey and soy sauce ratio to create glossy coating without becoming too runny or overly thick, maintaining ideal sauce texture.
- Customize Spice Levels: Incorporate red pepper flakes or sriracha for those wanting extra heat, allowing flexible flavor adaptation for different palate preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg