Hawaiian pineapple chicken fried (Printable)

Colorful pineapple and chicken mingle with vegetables and fragrant rice for a lively dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10.5 oz), diced
02 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Vegetables & Fruit

03 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
06 - 3 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Rice

08 - 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled

→ Sauces & Seasonings

09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

→ Oils

15 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Garnish

16 - 2 tablespoons roasted cashews or macadamia nuts
17 - Sliced green onions for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
02 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until just set, then push to the side of the pan.
03 - Add minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant and vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Add thawed peas and carrots along with diced pineapple. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
05 - Add chilled rice, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Return cooked chicken to the pan and combine thoroughly.
06 - Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Stir-fry everything together for 3 to 4 minutes until well combined and heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Remove from heat. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with roasted nuts and additional sliced green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect way to use leftover rice and transform it into something spectacular
  • Sweet pineapple chunks add a tropical burst that balances the savory elements beautifully
  • One-pan meal that's easy to clean up
  • Naturally dairy-free and can easily be made gluten-free
  • Kids and adults alike love the sweet-savory combination
02 -
  • Use day-old rice for best texture—fresh rice can become mushy and sticky
  • Cut all ingredients before you start cooking, as stir-frying moves quickly
  • Don't skip the sesame oil—it adds an irreplaceable nutty aroma
  • For extra golden chicken, make sure it's completely dry before adding to the hot oil
  • Add pineapple toward the end to keep it from breaking down too much
  • Toast your cashews or macadamia nuts lightly before garnishing for enhanced flavor
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