Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight
Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight is a vibrant, flavorful dish that captures the essence of a tropical getaway. Juicy chicken breasts are paired with sweet pineapple chunks and colorful bell peppers, all served over a fluffy bed of jasmine rice. This easy-to-make recipe not only delights the palate but also makes for an impressive presentation at any gathering or cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup long-grain jasmine rice
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and lime juice until smooth.
- Scatter pineapple chunks and chopped bell peppers around the chicken in the dish.
- Drizzle the sauce over everything in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Serve hot over jasmine rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor. Substitute shrimp or tofu for varied protein options. Add vegetables like snap peas or carrots for extra crunch.