Hawaiian Pizza Chicken Bowls: A Flavorful Weeknight Meal
Enjoy a tropical twist on pizza with these Hawaiian Chicken Bowls. Sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and melted mozzarella come together over fluffy rice for a satisfying, crustless alternative to traditional pizza. Quick, family-friendly, and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner Recipes
- Method: Stovetop and oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
1/2 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped green onions or fresh basil
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Sauté chicken until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with sautéed chicken, pineapple chunks, diced bell peppers, and a layer of pizza sauce.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the bowls. Lightly season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Let the cheese melt (5-7 minutes in the oven or microwave for even melting). Garnish with green onions or basil before serving.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple for maximum sweetness and texture. Substitute other peppers (yellow or orange) for a different flavor profile. For a vegetarian version, omit chicken and use extra mozzarella sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg