Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice, a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet pineapple with savory chicken. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or entertaining guests. Bursting with freshness from colorful vegetables and fragrant jasmine rice, each bite transports you to a sunny paradise. With just one pan required, cleanup is a breeze, making this dish as practical as it is delicious. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for a unique twist that suits your taste. Gather your ingredients and enjoy a vibrant meal that will impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup diced chicken breast
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the chicken breast and pineapple, chopping the vegetables, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, carrots, peas, and bell peppers; stir-fry for another 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Add cooked jasmine rice and diced pineapple to the skillet along with soy sauce. Mix gently until well combined.
- Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until heated through; adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg