Sweet and savory Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Bowls with juicy chicken, fresh pineapple salsa, rice, and a creamy drizzle, is an easy weeknight dinner recipe bursting with flavor! This is a great recipe for meal prep too!
The combination of sweet pineapple and savory teriyaki will transports you to a tropical place with every forkful.
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Chicken Pineapple Bowls
These chicken pineapple bowls are ideal for busy weeknights, meal prepping for the week or casual entertaining.
Tender, juicy chicken is coated in a rich teriyaki glaze, then served with fluffy rice and flavorful pineapple salsa for the ultimate balance of flavors.
Oh, and then there’s the creamy drizzle that ties everything together with just the right touch of sweetness and tang.
That creamy drizzle takes this bowl to the next level!
This recipe is easy to make and delivers a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen.
So whether you’re meal prepping for the week or feeding a hungry family, these bowls are guaranteed to satisfy.
They’re also easy to customize with your favorite toppings and substitutions.
I guarantee that this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your dinner rotation!
Dinner in a bowl never tasted so good!
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How to make easy chicken rice bowls
This is a quick overview of how to make this teriyaki chicken bowl recipe. Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below.
- Step 1: Toss chicken in cornstarch, cook in skillet until golden then add teriyaki sauce and simmer.
- Step 2: Combine the ingredients for the creamy drizzle sauce.
- Step 3: Assemble the bowls with rice and chicken
- Step 4: Add the pineapple salsa and serve with the drizzle sauce.
Hint: You can make the chicken, salsa, rice and creamy drizzle ahead. Keep them separate in the refrigerator and then assemble right before serving.
Expert recipe tips
- For consistent cooking, be sure to cut chicken into even-sized pieces
- If you need to, cook the chicken in batches so you don’t overcrowd the skillet. That will give you better browning on the chicken pieces.
- For a deeper flavor, be sure to let the teriyaki sauce simmer until it is slightly thickened
- You can taste the creamy drizzle and adjust the ingredient amounts to your personal preference of sweet and tangy.
- Get fancy and serve this recipe in fresh pineapple halves!
Substitutions
- Chicken Breasts – Boneless skinless chicken thighs can replace chicken breasts
- Mayonnaise – Plain Greek yogurt will work as a substitute for the mayonnaise in the drizzle
- Olive Oil – You can use avocado oil or vegetable oil instead of olive oil
- Pineapple Salsa – I used my homemade pineapple salsa in this recipe so I can control the ingredients and flavor levels but you can surely use storebought pineapple salsa instead
- Soy Sauce – You can use low-sodium soy sauce in place of soy sauce if you are watching your sodium
- Teriyaki Sauce - I used my homemade teriyaki sauce to make this recipe but you can use a storebought sauce instead
- White Rice – Brown rice or cauliflower rice are both a healthy alternative for white cooked rice
Variations
- Teriyaki Shrimp Bowls - Replace the chicken with shrimp for a seafood rice bowl
- Quinoa Bowls - Quinoa is a whole-grain alternative for rice.
- Vegetables - Add steamed broccoli, snap peas, or carrots to your bowls for extra veggies.
- Spicy Rice Bowls - Spice it up and add a touch of sriracha or chili flakes to the drizzle.
Storage
- Refrigerate – You can store your pineapple teriyaki chicken bowls leftovers in individual airtight containers or combine any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If possible, keep the drizzle sauce separate and drizzle on right before serving.
- Reheating - Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until everything is heated through or serve cold or at room temperature.
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
Ingredients
Ingredients for chicken teriyaki pineapple rice bowls
- Olive Oil - Used to sauté the chicken, olive oil adds a subtle richness and helps achieve a golden, flavorful sear.
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts - Chicken breasts are lean, high in protein, cook quickly and absorb the teriyaki sauce beautifully for maximum flavor.
- Cornstarch – Cornstarch adds a coating to the chicken pieces
- Teriyaki Sauce - This sweet and savory sauce is the star of the dish, coating the chicken in a glossy, flavorful glaze.
- Cooked White Rice - Fluffy white rice is the perfect base for these bowls and soak up all the delicious sauce and juices.
- Pineapple Salsa – Pineapple salsa adds a bright and natural sweetness and a pop of tropical flavor.
- Mayonnaise – Mayo is the creamy base for the drizzle, adding richness and smooth texture.
- Honey – Honey adds sweetness to the sauce and balances the salty notes of the soy sauce.
- Soy Sauce – Soy sauce gives depth and umami flavor to the creamy drizzle.
- Lime Juice - Fresh lime juice gives a bright citrus note and tanginess to the drizzle.
- Garlic Powder – Garlic powder gives the drizzle a savory note.
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Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowls Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1 1/3 cups pineapple salsa
Drizzle Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken and cornstarch together until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add the teriyaki sauce, stirring to coat the chicken.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized. Remove from the heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth and blended.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the rice evenly between four bowls, topping with the teriyaki chicken and pineapple salsa.
- Serve the sauce on the side or drizzle over each bowl.
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