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Close up of a Hawaiian Chicken Bowl showing the dark char on chicken breast cubes and thick glossy teriyaki glaze.

Hawaiian Chicken Bowl with Charred Pineapple and Teriyaki Glaze

This Hawaiian Chicken Bowl features fluffy jasmine rice topped with mahogany-glazed grilled chicken, caramelized pineapple, and crisp red bell peppers. A 30-minute tropical feast finished with a thick, glossy teriyaki sauce and toasted sesame seeds.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Hawaiian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups Jasmine Rice 280g; rinsed thoroughly
  • 2.25 cups Water 530ml
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast 680g; cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 cups Fresh Pineapple 330g; cut into chunks
  • 2 large Red Bell Peppers Sliced into thin strips
  • 1 cup Teriyaki Sauce 240ml; high-quality thick variety
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil 30ml; or other high-heat oil
  • 1 tbsp Toasted White Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • 3 whole Green Scallions Freshly chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Cast Iron Pan Essential for high-heat charring.
  • 1 Medium Saucepan For cooking the jasmine rice.

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Combine jasmine rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Cook the Protein and Fruit
  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes in a single layer and cook for 4 minutes without moving them to develop a dark char. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes.
  2. Remove chicken. Add pineapple chunks and red peppers to the same pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the pineapple has golden caramelized edges and peppers are crisp-tender.
Glaze and Assemble
  1. Add chicken back to the pan. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and toss until everything is coated in a thick glossy mahogany-colored glaze.
  2. Divide the rice into bowls. Arrange chicken, pineapple, and peppers in sections. Drizzle with extra sauce, then garnish heavily with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

Notes

Tip 1: Ensure chicken is patted dry to get the best char marks.
Tip 2: Use fresh pineapple for better texture and caramelization.