Bring the tropics to your table with this easy one-pan Pineapple Chicken and Rice! Juicy chicken thighs, caramelized pineapple, and fluffy rice soak up a sweet-savory glaze for a meal that’s bursting with island vibes. Ready in 30 minutes—no passport required!
✨ Why You’ll Love This Dish
✅ One-pan wonder – Minimal cleanup!
✅ Meal-prep hero – Tastes even better the next day.
✅ Kid-approved – Sweet pineapple wins every time.
✅ Versatile – Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu.
π Ingredients (Serves 4)
Main Components
1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, uncooked
1.5 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Sauce Magic
1/3 cup soy sauce (or tamari for GF)
1/4 cup pineapple juice (from can or fresh)
2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnishes
Green onions, sliced
Toasted sesame seeds
Lime wedges