Pineapple Chicken Rice Wraps (View Print Version)

Juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice wrapped in crisp lettuce for a fresh, flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 14 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon honey
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Rice

07 - 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, uncooked
08 - 2 cups water
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Stir-Fry

10 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
11 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 7 oz fresh pineapple, diced
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Wraps & Garnish

16 - 1 large head butter or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
18 - Lime wedges for serving

# Method:

01 - In a bowl, combine diced chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix thoroughly and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
02 - Rinse rice under cold water. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups water and salt to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry for 4-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
04 - Add red bell pepper and red onion to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
05 - Stir in the diced pineapple and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.
06 - Add cooked rice to the pan and toss gently with chicken, vegetables, and pineapple until well combined.
07 - Spoon chicken and rice mixture into lettuce leaves. Top with cilantro, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make in just 40 minutes
  • Fresh, tropical flavors with juicy pineapple and savory chicken
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free when using gluten-free soy sauce
  • Perfect for meal prep and healthy eating
  • Interactive and fun to assemble—great for family dinners
02 -
  • Use butter lettuce for the most tender, pliable wraps
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for extra nutty flavor
  • Let the rice cool slightly before combining with the hot stir-fry to prevent mushiness
  • Cut all ingredients uniformly for even cooking
  • Double the marinade and use half as a drizzling sauce
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