Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder

Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a tropical twist on a classic one-pan wonder. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the chicken tender and the rice fluffy. The sweet and savory combination will make your taste buds dance. Start by sautéing the chicken until it’s golden brown. Then, add the pineapple and let it caramelize. Finally, add the rice and let it cook around the edges. It’s so good, my family begs for this better than takeout version. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Ravioli Appetizer and Indulgent Caramel Crush Bars.

What You'll Need for Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder

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

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups long grain white rice
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce
• Optional: Green onions, chopped
• Optional: Sesame seeds

How to Make Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add pineapple chunks and cook until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in rice, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce. Return chicken to skillet, nestling it among the rice. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
4. Step 4: Let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve with optional toppings.

Storing & Reheating Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and pineapple mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 1 day.

Freezing Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: To make this recipe spicy, add some diced jalapeños when you cook the pineapple.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the pineapple with mandarin oranges for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: You can cook the rice separately and mix it with the chicken and pineapple mixture before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the rice is not cooked through, add a little more water and continue to cook until tender.

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups long grain white rice
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables

Seasonings

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce

Optional Toppings

• Green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add pineapple chunks and cook until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in rice, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce. Return chicken to skillet, nestling it among the rice. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
4. Step 4: Let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve with optional toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: To make this recipe spicy, add some diced jalapeños when you cook the pineapple.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the pineapple with mandarin oranges for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: You can cook the rice separately and mix it with the chicken and pineapple mixture before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the rice is not cooked through, add a little more water and continue to cook until tender.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and pineapple mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 1 day.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 68g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

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

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder 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!