Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice, a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables in just 30 minutes. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a fun family dinner, delivering a satisfying meal that impresses with its fusion of sweet and savory tastes.
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 garlic clove
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 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 10–15 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until no longer pink (about 5–7 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining coconut oil and sauté onion for 3–4 minutes. Add bell peppers, garlic, and ginger; cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with soy sauce, then stir in rice, honey, pineapple, and cooked chicken. Cook on low heat for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in frozen peas and lime juice before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg