Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls are the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and fresh flavors in one satisfying meal. Crispy chicken is coated in a homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce and served over fluffy rice with colorful vegetables, making this recipe ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family dinners.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet and savory pineapple teriyaki flavor in every bite.
- Crispy chicken with tender-crisp vegetables.
- Ready in about 35 minutes.
- Great for meal prep and leftovers.
- Family-friendly and easy to customize.
- Better than takeout using simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
Crispy Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons tapioca starch
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons tamari, soy sauce, or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon tapioca starch
Bowls
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1½ cups sugar snap peas
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- Green onions, sesame seeds, and extra sriracha for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and tapioca starch until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the honey, pineapple juice, sriracha, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Reserve ¼ cup of the sauce for serving. Whisk the tapioca starch into the remaining sauce.
- Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 7 to 9 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Transfer to a clean bowl.
- Toss the cooked chicken with the thickening pineapple teriyaki sauce.
- Add the remaining avocado oil to the skillet. Sauté the bell peppers and sugar snap peas for 5 to 7 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks and cook for 1 minute.
- Return the chicken and sauce to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and coats everything evenly.
- Assemble the Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls by dividing the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the chicken, vegetables, and pineapple. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, sriracha, and the reserved sauce if desired.
Tips & Tricks
- Pat the chicken dry before coating for crispier results.
- Fresh pineapple adds the brightest flavor, but canned works well too.
- Substitute brown rice, jasmine rice, or cauliflower rice.
- Add broccoli, carrots, or edamame for extra vegetables.
- Coconut aminos make a slightly sweeter gluten-friendly alternative to soy sauce.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Dairy-Free; Easily Gluten-Free with Tamari
Notes
- Cook rice ahead of time for faster preparation.
- Leftover grilled chicken also works well.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped cashews for extra flavor and texture.
- Pair with cucumber salad or steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 515
- Protein: 37g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 19g
FAQ
Can I make Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls ahead of time?
Yes. Prepare everything in advance and store the components separately for the freshest texture.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Absolutely. Boneless skinless chicken thighs stay extra juicy and work perfectly.
Is this a healthy chicken bowl?
Yes. This healthy chicken bowl includes lean protein, colorful vegetables, fresh pineapple, and homemade sauce with simple ingredients.
Can I freeze it?
The chicken and sauce freeze well for up to three months. Freeze the rice separately for best texture.
What rice works best?
Jasmine rice, basmati rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice all pair beautifully with this teriyaki chicken rice bowl.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze the chicken and sauce for up to 3 months.
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in short intervals until warmed through. Add a splash of water if the sauce thickens too much.
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Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls
Ingredients
Crispy Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons tapioca starch
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil divided
Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce, or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon tapioca starch
Bowls
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1½ cups sugar snap peas
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- Green onions sesame seeds, and extra sriracha for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and tapioca starch until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the honey, pineapple juice, sriracha, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Reserve ¼ cup of the sauce for serving. Whisk the tapioca starch into the remaining sauce.
- Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 7 to 9 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Transfer to a clean bowl.
- Toss the cooked chicken with the thickening pineapple teriyaki sauce.
- Add the remaining avocado oil to the skillet. Sauté the bell peppers and sugar snap peas for 5 to 7 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks and cook for 1 minute.
- Return the chicken and sauce to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and coats everything evenly.
- Assemble the Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls by dividing the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the chicken, vegetables, and pineapple. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, sriracha, and the reserved sauce if desired.
Notes
- Cook rice ahead of time for faster preparation.
- Leftover grilled chicken also works well.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped cashews for extra flavor and texture.
- Pair with cucumber salad or steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
Conclusion
These Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Bowls deliver everything you want in an easy homemade dinner—crispy chicken, juicy pineapple, vibrant vegetables, and a sweet-savory sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. Whether you’re looking for an easy teriyaki chicken recipe, a healthy chicken bowl, or delicious homemade teriyaki bowls, this recipe is sure to become a regular part of your meal rotation.