Aloha Pineapple Chicken Rice Casserole
Aloha Pineapple Chicken Rice Casserole is a delightful dish that transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite. This easy-to-make one-pan meal combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and juicy pineapple, all enveloped in a sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this casserole is not only satisfying but also customizable. Add your favorite vegetables or adjust the sauce to match your taste preferences. Plus, it reheats well, making it an excellent option for meal prep. Bring the joy of island flavors to your table with this comforting dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups uncooked instant white rice
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple tidbits in juice
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and spray an 11 x 7-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and chicken broth until blended.
- Add uncooked rice, diced onion, chopped red bell pepper, pineapple with juice, and diced chicken into the bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 50 minutes. Remove the foil, stir gently, then bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 285g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg