Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Fried (Printable)

Tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fresh veggies come together in this vibrant, easy-to-make fried rice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10.5 oz), diced
02 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Vegetables & Fruit

03 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
06 - 3 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Rice

08 - 3 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled

→ Sauces & Seasonings

09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

→ Cooking Oil

15 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Garnish

16 - 2 tablespoons roasted cashews or macadamia nuts
17 - Extra sliced green onions

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
02 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble until just set, then push to the side of the pan.
03 - Add minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant and peppers begin to soften.
04 - Add thawed peas, carrots, and diced pineapple. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are heated through.
05 - Add chilled rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Return cooked chicken to the pan and combine thoroughly.
06 - Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Stir-fry everything together for 3 to 4 minutes until well combined and heated through.
07 - Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove from heat and transfer to serving plates.
08 - Top with roasted nuts and extra sliced green onions before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in about 35 minutes, making it perfect for nights when you're hungry but don't want to spend hours cooking.
  • The sweet-savory balance feels indulgent and special without being complicated or pretentious.
  • It tastes like you put in way more effort than you actually did, which is honestly the best kind of cooking.
02 -
  • Day-old refrigerated rice is absolutely essential—fresh, warm rice will turn into an unpleasant mushy paste when you stir-fry it because it releases too much starch.
  • Don't skip letting the chicken sit for just a moment before stirring; that pause is what gives it a slight golden crust instead of a pale, steamed appearance.
03 -
  • Have all your ingredients prepped and within arm's reach before you start cooking—fried rice happens fast, and you won't have time to chop things mid-cook.
  • If your wok or skillet isn't big enough to fit everything comfortably, cook in two batches rather than overcrowding; crowded pans steam instead of stir-fry.
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