Description
Indulge in a taste of paradise with our Hawaiian Chicken Bowl! This vibrant dish combines tender grilled chicken, juicy pineapple, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all served over a fluffy bed of rice. Each bite is a delightful journey to the tropics, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this bowl is ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or summer barbecues. With its nutrient-rich ingredients and satisfying taste, the Hawaiian Chicken Bowl is not just a meal; it’s a comforting escape that can brighten any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup cooked jasmine or brown rice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup cooked edamame (shelled)
- ¼ cup shredded red cabbage
- Optional: sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook Rice: While the chicken marinates, cook your choice of rice according to package instructions.
- 3. Prepare Vegetables: Slice the red bell pepper and shred the carrots and cabbage. Set aside.
- 4. Grill Chicken: Preheat your grill pan or outdoor grill. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- 5. Assemble Bowls: Fluff the rice in bowls, top with grilled chicken and prepared vegetables. Drizzle with your favorite sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg