Sweet Chili Chicken Pineapple (Printable)

Tender chicken tossed with pineapple, veggies, and a zesty chili sauce in a colorful fried rice dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Rice

05 - 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, preferably day-old

→ Vegetables & Fruit

06 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
08 - 1/2 cup frozen peas
09 - 3 green onions, sliced
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 small carrot, diced

→ Sauce

12 - 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce, optional
15 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

→ Cooking

16 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
17 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

→ Garnish

18 - 2 tablespoons roasted cashews or peanuts, optional
19 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
20 - Lime wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine diced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and let stand for 10 minutes.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a clean plate.
03 - Add remaining vegetable oil to the pan. Add minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are just tender-crisp.
04 - Push vegetables to the side of the pan and pour beaten eggs into the empty space. Allow to set for 30 seconds, then scramble and incorporate with the vegetables.
05 - Add cooked jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with the spatula. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until rice is heated through and combined with other ingredients.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan along with diced pineapple, frozen peas, and sliced green onions. Mix thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
07 - In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil. Pour sauce over rice and toss all ingredients until evenly coated and heated through.
08 - Remove from heat. Transfer to serving bowls or plates. Garnish with roasted cashews or peanuts, chopped fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights
  • Packed with colorful vegetables, juicy pineapple, and tender chicken for a complete meal
  • The sweet chili sauce adds the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors
  • Great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day
  • Easily customizable for vegetarian or different protein preferences
02 -
  • Always use cold, day-old rice for the best texture and to prevent clumping
  • Have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking—fried rice comes together quickly
  • Don't overcrowd the wok; cook in batches if necessary to maintain high heat
  • Toast your cashews or peanuts beforehand for extra crunch and flavor
  • Reserve some green onions and cilantro for garnish to add fresh color and aroma
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