Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast! This delightful dish combines juicy chicken thighs and fresh pineapple in a savory garlic-ginger glaze, creating a satisfying meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, this recipe offers a tropical twist that is both delicious and nutritious. Serve it over fluffy rice, garnish with fresh herbs, and enjoy the colorful presentation that will impress your family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 fresh pineapple, diced
- 0.5 cup soy sauce, divided
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar, divided
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white rice
- 0.5 cup coconut milk (optional, for cooking rice)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic for at least 20 minutes.
- While marinating, prepare the vegetables by dicing pineapple and slicing bell pepper.
- Cook white rice according to package instructions; optionally use coconut milk for added flavor.
- Prepare the glaze using remaining soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
- Sear marinated chicken in a skillet until golden brown; then sauté vegetables until softened.
- Combine cooked chicken with vegetables and glaze; stir until thickened.
- Serve over rice garnished with cilantro, green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges, and optional cashews.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg