Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken
Quick, easy, and flavorful, this Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken is ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights and more delicious than takeout!
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice brown or white, chilled
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil divided
- 1/2 cup yellow onion chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 1/2 cups pineapple cubed
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
- 1 small lime juiced
- green onions for serving
- sesame seeds for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and let them sit for 10-15 minutes while you prep the other ingredients. Blot dry with a paper towel to remove the excess moisture.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the chicken and cook until it is no longer pink in the center, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Melt the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil and add the onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just softened. Add the bell peppers, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the soy sauce and scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom.
- Stir in the rice, honey, cubed pineapple, and cooked chicken. Reduce heat to low and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. In the last few minutes, stir in the frozen peas and lime juice.
- Serve warm with fresh green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken is quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights!