Hawaiian Chicken White Rice Made Simple
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this delightful Hawaiian Chicken White Rice Made Simple recipe! Featuring tender, golden-browned chicken breast pieces tossed with caramelized pineapple chunks and coated in a sweet and savory glaze made from soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, this dish delivers bold and balanced flavors in every bite. Served over fluffy white rice, the meal is finished with a sprinkling of fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds for the perfect garnish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this family-friendly dinner is an easy weeknight option that combines simple ingredients with irresistible island-inspired flair. Whether you're craving a quick escape or a fresh twist on chicken and rice, this recipe is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups Pineapple chunks (canned, drained or fresh)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated or minced)
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set the sauce mixture aside.
In the same skillet, add the pineapple chunks and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly caramelized.
Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with the prepared sauce mixture. Toss to coat everything evenly.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Pour this into the skillet and stir well to thicken the sauce, letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
To serve, plate 1 cup of cooked white rice per person and spoon the Hawaiian chicken with its sauce over the rice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your sweet and savory Hawaiian Chicken over white rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4432 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.4 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.5 g | ||
| Protein | 243.0 g | 486% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2794 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
