Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken

Name: Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 chicken breast (about 150g); 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks; 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish); Cooked rice (for serving)

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20 minTotal time

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400kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

1 chicken breast (about 150g)
1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice (for serving)

Ingredient substitutions

Chicken breast Boneless, skinless chicken thighs; allow a little extra cooking time if they are thicker.
Fresh pineapple chunks Well-drained canned pineapple chunks.
Olive oil A neutral cooking oil such as canola oil.
Cooked rice Cooked brown rice.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 400 kcal

Protein29 g

Carbohydrates47 g

Fat9 g

Fiber 2 g · Sugar 12 g · Sodium 900 mg

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This delightful dish combines the sweetness of pineapple with savory teriyaki chicken, creating a burst of flavors in every bite. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend treat.

Main Dish

Steps

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Season the chicken breast with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the pineapple chunks and teriyaki sauce to the skillet, allowing them to caramelize slightly.
Once done, remove from heat and let it rest for a minute.
Slice the chicken and serve it over cooked rice, topped with the pineapple and teriyaki sauce, and garnish with chopped green onion.

Tips for Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken

The sauce should look glossy and lightly cling to the chicken; if it reduces too far, it can turn sticky and overly salty.
A wide skillet gives the pineapple room to brown rather than steam, and a thin, even chicken breast cooks more consistently.
For a quick weeknight timeline, have the rice cooked and ready before starting the chicken; the listed 20 minutes assumes cooked rice.

Drink pairing

A dry Riesling
Its bright acidity and subtle fruit complement the pineapple and balance the savory-sweet teriyaki.

0% option: Sparkling water with a squeeze of lime.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot; the chicken may become slightly firmer after reheating.