Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry

Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry promises crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. My family begs for this recipe. After making this many times, I know the best way to cook it. Juicy chicken and golden rice. Try my Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas for another quick dinner. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken for Quick Dinners and Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas Easy Dinner Recipe.

What You'll Need for Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 small onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Optional: Cilantro
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Lime wedges

How to Make Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add bell pepper, onion, and broccoli. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
5. Step 5: Stir in pineapple, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, sugar, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
6. Step 6: Cook 2 to 3 minutes more until the flavors combine and the chicken is fully coated.
7. Step 7: Add cooked rice. Toss everything together and cook 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
8. Step 8: Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare ingredients ahead of time for faster cooking.

Freezing Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry

Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 1 month.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in a microwave-safe dish for 2 to 3 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Cook chicken first to ensure it is fully done before adding other ingredients.
• Best substitution: Use canned pineapple if fresh is not available. Adjust seasoning to taste.
• Make-ahead: Prepare ingredients and store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger family or meal prep.
• Troubleshooting: If the rice is too dry, add a little water or broth and cover to steam.

Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 small onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger

Seasonings

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Optional Toppings

• Cilantro
• Sesame seeds
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add bell pepper, onion, and broccoli. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
5. Step 5: Stir in pineapple, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, sugar, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
6. Step 6: Cook 2 to 3 minutes more until the flavors combine and the chicken is fully coated.
7. Step 7: Add cooked rice. Toss everything together and cook 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
8. Step 8: Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: Cook chicken first to ensure it is fully done before adding other ingredients.
• Best substitution: Use canned pineapple if fresh is not available. Adjust seasoning to taste.
• Make-ahead: Prepare ingredients and store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger family or meal prep.
• Troubleshooting: If the rice is too dry, add a little water or broth and cover to steam.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 1 month.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in a microwave-safe dish for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare ingredients ahead of time for faster cooking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 900mg
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sat. Fat: 4g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Pineapple Chicken Rice Stir Fry and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!