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Best Pineapple Chicken Recipe

Best Pineapple Chicken Recipe

Indulge in the Best Pineapple Chicken Recipe, a vibrant dish that brings the tropical flavors of pineapple and ginger to your dinner table. This delightful meal features tender chicken glazed with a sweet and zesty lemon-ginger sauce, complemented by creamy coconut rice and a refreshing pineapple-mango salsa. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with healthy ingredients that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy every bite as the bright colors and bold flavors transform any occasion into a tropical getaway.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (diced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
  • 1/2 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/2 cup diced mango
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tsp sriracha
  • 1 tsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear, then cook with coconut milk, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together ginger, lemon zest, juice, honey, and soy sauce for the glaze.
  3. Sauté seasoned chicken in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown.
  4. Pour glaze over the chicken and cook until thickened.
  5. Prepare salsa by mixing diced pineapple, mango, red onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Make spicy mayo by combining mayonnaise with sriracha and lime juice.
  7. Serve coconut rice topped with chicken, salsa on the side, and drizzle with spicy mayo.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to substitute with other fruits like kiwi or papaya in the salsa for variety.

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