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Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken

Savory Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken in 30 Minutes

Quick and easy Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 4 cups Cooked Brown or White Rice Ensure it is chilled for optimal frying.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful.
For Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Coconut Oil Can replace with vegetable or canola oil.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Grated.
For the Flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative.
For the Star Ingredient
  • 1.5 cups Cubed Pineapple Fresh is ideal, but canned works if drained.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Can substitute with fresh peas if available.
  • 1 small Lime Juiced.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken by cutting into bite-sized pieces and letting it rest with salt for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Cook the chicken in a skillet with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Sauté diced yellow onion in another tablespoon of coconut oil for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add chopped bell peppers, minced garlic, and grated ginger; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Incorporate soy sauce and scrape up any flavorful bits from the skillet.
  6. Mix in cooked rice, honey, cubed pineapple, and the cooked chicken; stir for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Let the mixture warm for about 5 minutes, then fold in peas and lime juice.
  8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using chilled, day-old rice prevents mushiness when frying. Customize vegetables as desired and adjust soy sauce to preference.

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