Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice (Printable Format)

Thai-style fried rice with pineapple, chicken, cashews, and fresh vegetables for a flavorful meal.

# What You Need:

→ Protein & Eggs

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 large eggs

→ Vegetables & Fruit

03 - 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, diced (or canned, drained)
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
06 - 2 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Rice & Nuts

08 - 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled (preferably day-old)
09 - 3/4 cup unsalted roasted cashews

→ Sauces & Seasonings

10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
11 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
13 - 1 teaspoon curry powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
15 - 1 tablespoon sugar
16 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
17 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and reserve.
02 - Add remaining tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
03 - Push garlic to one side of the pan. Crack eggs into the empty space and scramble until just set, about 1 minute.
04 - Add bell pepper, peas and carrots, and diced pineapple. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
05 - Add chilled jasmine rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Return cooked chicken to the pan and toss to combine.
06 - Pour in soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, curry powder, white pepper, and sugar. Toss everything thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly and heat through, about 2–3 minutes.
07 - Stir in cashews and green onions. Remove from heat immediately to preserve texture.
08 - Transfer to serving plates or bowls and accompany with fresh lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sweet and salty balance hits every craving at once
  • It comes together faster than takeout delivery
  • Each bowl feels like a tiny vacation
02 -
  • Cold, day old rice is non negotiable for the right texture
  • High heat and quick tossing keeps vegetables vibrant
  • The lime wedge at the end brightens everything
03 -
  • Let the wok get properly hot before adding oil
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or the food will steam instead of fry

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