Airfryer Pineapple Chicken and Rice
A delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors with juicy chicken, pineapple, and rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Skinless and boneless preferred.
- 1 cup rice You can use jasmine, basmati, or brown rice.
- 1 cup pineapple chunks Can be fresh or canned (drained).
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced Any color bell pepper works.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Low sodium option can be used.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Place the marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions. Stir in the diced bell pepper and pineapple chunks during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over the pineapple rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Thaw overnight before reheating. Adjust the pineapple based on sweetness preference and add nuts or seeds for extra crunch.