Air Fryer Pineapple Chicken and Rice – Sweet, Savory, and Irresistibly Delicious!

Get ready to fall in love with this Air Fryer Pineapple Chicken and Rice — a tropical-inspired meal that’s bursting with sweet and savory flavors. Tender chicken, caramelized pineapple chunks, and fluffy rice come together in perfect harmony for a quick weeknight dinner that tastes like a vacation in every bite!

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy – Ready in under 25 minutes!
• Healthy & Balanced – Lean protein, fruit, and grains in one bowl.
• Flavor-Packed – A mix of sweet pineapple, savory soy sauce, and tangy glaze.
• Air Fryer Magic – Perfectly juicy chicken with caramelized edges — no frying oil needed!

🍗 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into cubes)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp ginger powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Rice Bowl:

• 1 ½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
• ½ cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Optional garnish: sesame seeds or cilantro

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade and let sit for 10–15 minutes.

2️⃣ Air Fry the Chicken

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place marinated chicken pieces in the basket in a single layer.
Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

3️⃣ Add the Pineapple

During the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, add pineapple chunks to the air fryer basket so they caramelize slightly and soak up the glaze.

4️⃣ Assemble the Bowl

Spoon warm rice into bowls, top with air-fried chicken and pineapple, then sprinkle with chopped green onions (and sesame seeds if you like).

🌴 Pro Tip

Want more flavor?

• Add a splash of teriyaki sauce or sweet chili sauce before serving.
• For a spicy twist, sprinkle a bit of red pepper flakes or sriracha on top.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

This tropical delight pairs perfectly with:

• Steamed broccoli or edamame
• Coconut rice for extra creaminess
• A chilled mango smoothie on the side 🥭

✨ Final Thoughts

This Air Fryer Pineapple Chicken and Rice is the ultimate blend of sweet, savory, and satisfying — all made effortlessly in your air fryer. It’s quick, colorful, and bursting with island-inspired flavor.