Description
This Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe is a quick, one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, vibrant bell peppers, and fluffy rice. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory tropical flavors that the whole family will enjoy with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb Chicken Breasts or Thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Produce
- 1 cup Fresh or Canned Pineapple Chunks (drained if canned)
- 1 Bell Pepper, chopped
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 Green Onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Grains
- 1 cup Long Grain White Rice (uncooked)
Liquids & Sauces
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop the bell peppers and slice the green onions if using. Drain the pineapple chunks if canned, or cut fresh pineapple into cubes.
- Sauté Aromatics and Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Toss in the chicken pieces and sear until golden brown on all sides.
- Add Veggies and Pineapple: Stir in the chopped bell peppers and pineapple chunks, allowing them to warm through and blend their flavors with the chicken.
- Incorporate Rice and Broth: Add the uncooked long grain rice to the skillet and pour in chicken broth and soy sauce. Stir everything together to combine and bring it to a boil.
- Simmer Until Rice is Tender: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the dish simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- Finish and Serve: Once done, fluff the rice gently with a fork and sprinkle chopped green onions on top. Serve hot and enjoy the vibrant flavor of your Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple when possible for brighter flavor and less syrup than canned.
- Do not overcook the chicken; cook just until sealed to keep it juicy and tender.
- Adjust broth quantity if swapping rice types to avoid sogginess or dryness.
- Let the dish rest off the heat for a few minutes with the lid on to finish steaming the rice perfectly.
- Customize seasonings with a splash of ginger or a drizzle of honey to add more flavor dimensions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Hawaiian chicken, pineapple chicken, one pot dinner, quick rice recipe, tropical chicken and rice, family-friendly dinner, sweet and savory chicken