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Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect balance of sweet and savoury with pineapple chunks, diced chicken breast pieces and rice all seasoned with soy sauce, hoisin sauce and toasted sesame oil.

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Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice is a delicious and refreshing dinner recipe perfect for summer.

This tasty homemade fried rice is even better than take out.

This pineapple fried rice recipe takes just under half an hour from start to finish and serves four.

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don’t miss out on any important tips and tricks!

To make this chicken fried rice, I started by chopping some boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

I heated a wok over high heat and added some vegetable oil.

Once the oil was hot I added the chicken breast chunks to the pan.

I stirred and cooked the chicken breast pieces until they were golden brown all around.

Then I removed the chicken breast chunks from the pan and set them aside.

I added some diced onion and minced garlic to the pan.

I stirred and cooked the onion and garlic for two minutes.

I added some frozen peas and carrots to the skillet.

I stirred and cooked for an additional two minutes.

Then I returned the chicken pieces to the pan.

I added some cooked rice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to the pan.

I stirred all of the ingredients together well and continued cooking for about four minutes.

I added some pineapple chunks to the pan.

I stirred and continued cooking just until the pineapple was heated through.

I garnished the fried rice with chopped scallions.

Then the pineapple fried rice was ready to serve.

If you want to take this dish up a notch you can serve it in hollowed out pineapple halves.

This chicken fried rice with pineapple is sure to be a family favourite.

If you are looking for a delicious savoury pineapple recipe, then you need to try this Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice!

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PRINTABLE VERSION OF THE RECIPE CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice:

• 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 large chicken breasts ( or 3 small ) diced into bite-size pieces
• ½ an onion diced ( about 1 cup )
• 2 tablespoons of minced garlic ( I used the jarred minced garlic in water )
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1 cup pineapple chunks ( half a 20oz can)
• 4 cups of 1-day-old cooked rice
• 4 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of pepper
• ¼ cup diced scallions

How to Make Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice:

1. Heat the wok or frying pan over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
2. Add the diced chicken and stir fry for 4-5 minutes until it turns golden brown. Remove from the pan and set to one side.
3. Add another tablespoon of oil and stir fry the onion and garlic for 2 minutes.
4. Add the frozen peas and carrots and stir fry for another 2 minutes.
5. Add in the cooked chicken and fry for one minute to heat through.
6. Add the cooked rice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, and stir fry for 3-4 minutes.
7. Finally, add the pineapple chunks and combine. Stirring continuously until the pineapple is heated through.
8. Garnish with diced scallions.
9. Serve and enjoy!

FAQS:

How should I store this recipe?

• • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

What are other variations I can make? 

1. 1. Pineapple and Shrimp Fried Rice: Substitute the chicken with shrimp for a seafood twist on this recipe.
   2. Pineapple and Cashew Fried Rice: Add some cashews for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
   3. Pineapple and Tofu Fried Rice: Use tofu instead of chicken for a vegetarian version of this dish.
   4. Pineapple and Ham Fried Rice: Substitute the chicken with diced ham for a different flavor profile.
   5. Pineapple and Curry Fried Rice: Add a bit of curry powder to give the dish a spicy kick.
   6. Pineapple and Coconut Fried Rice: Add some coconut milk and shredded coconut to the dish for a tropical twist.
   7. Pineapple and Bacon Fried Rice: Add some crispy bacon bits to the dish for an extra savory flavor.
   8. Pineapple and Mushroom Fried Rice: Add some sautéed mushrooms for an earthy flavor and chewy texture.

What substitutions can I make? 

1. 1. Vegetarian Option: Instead of using chicken, you can use tofu or seitan for a vegetarian version of this dish.
   2. Soy Sauce Substitute: Use tamari sauce instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option, or use coconut aminos for a soy-free and lower sodium option.
   3. Pineapple Substitute: If you don’t have pineapple, you can use mango or papaya for a similar tropical flavor.
   4. Hoisin Sauce Substitute: You can use oyster sauce or fish sauce instead of hoisin sauce for a different umami flavor.
   5. Vegetable Substitutes: If you don’t have frozen peas and carrots, you can use other vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.

Can I make this ahead of time and freeze it?

• • Yes, you can make this ahead of time and freeze it. Let the rice cool completely, then place it in an airtight container or ziplock bag and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the microwave or on the stove with a bit of oil or water until heated through.

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