Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Chicken Teriyaki Pineapple Bowls Recipe, a delightful fusion of tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and sweet pineapple served in a fun pineapple bowl. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with savory goodness thanks to a rich homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, you can whip this up in just 30 minutes. Enjoy the healthy combination of lean protein and fresh veggies while impressing your family or guests with a unique presentation. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for an exciting twist every time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (red, green, or yellow)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, garlic, and sesame oil over medium heat. In another bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to the saucepan and bring to a simmer until thickened (about 3–5 minutes). Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in sliced bell pepper and broccoli; stir-fry for an additional 3–4 minutes. Add pineapple chunks and prepared teriyaki sauce; heat thoroughly for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice in bowls, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg