This Aloha Fried Rice brings a burst of tropical flavors to your dinner table. With tender chicken, smoky kielbasa, sweet pineapple, and a medley of colorful vegetables, it’s a complete and satisfying dish. The dish gets its signature flavor from the combination of Mr. Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil, making it a perfect fusion of sweet and savory. This one-pan meal is quick to prepare, perfect for a busy weeknight or a weekend treat that will transport your taste buds to the islands.
Ingredients
Rice:
- 1 ½ cups dried rice (jasmine or long grain works well)
Protein:
- 1 large or 2 small chicken breasts, diced
- 1 (14 oz) package kielbasa, halved and sliced
Vegetables:
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 1 bunch green onions, both white and green parts, divided
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple tidbits (or chunks), mostly drained
Eggs:
- 3 large eggs, beaten
Sauces:
- 3 ½ tablespoons Mr. Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Pepper, to taste
Oil:
- Sesame oil (or any high-heat oil), for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Cook the rice according to the package instructions. Fluff the rice and set it aside to cool. It’s best to use day-old rice for fried rice, so this is a great make-ahead component.
- Prepare the Protein: Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add a splash of sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. In the same pan, add the sliced kielbasa and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until it begins to brown. Set the kielbasa aside with the chicken.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add a little more sesame oil to the pan if needed, then sauté the white parts of the green onions, diced red bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- Scramble the Eggs: Shift the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour in the whisked eggs. Scramble the eggs in the pan until fully cooked, then mix them with the sautéed vegetables.
- Combine and Stir-fry: Add the cooled rice to the pan, along with the cooked chicken and kielbasa. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the Mr. Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce and soy sauce, stirring to coat everything evenly. Add the mostly drained pineapple tidbits and cook for another minute or two, just until heated through.
- Season and Serve: Season with pepper to taste and sprinkle the green parts of the green onions on top. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Aloha Fried Rice!
Conclusion:
Aloha Fried Rice is a wonderful fusion of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. The tender chicken and kielbasa pair perfectly with the juicy pineapple and crisp vegetables. This tropical-inspired dish is easy to make and full of bold flavors, making it a family favorite that’s sure to bring a taste of the islands to your table.
Aloha Fried Rice with Chicken, Kielbasa, and Pineapple
Aloha Fried Rice is a flavorful one-pan mealfeaturing chicken, kielbasa, pineapple, and vegetables, all brought togetherwith a sweet and savory sauce. It's a perfect weeknight dinner or a fun,tropical dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Rice:
- 1 ½ cups dried rice jasmine or long grain works well
Protein:
- 1 large or 2 small chicken breasts diced
- 1 14 oz package kielbasa, halved and sliced
Vegetables:
- 2 red bell peppers diced
- 1 bunch green onions both white and green parts, divided
- 1 20 oz can pineapple tidbits (or chunks), mostly drained
Eggs:
- 3 large eggs beaten
Sauces:
- 3 ½ tablespoons Mr. Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Pepper to taste
Oil:
- Sesame oil or any high-heat oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Cook the rice according to the package instructions. Fluff the rice and set it aside to cool. It’s best to use day-old rice for fried rice, so this is a great make-ahead component.
- Prepare the Protein: Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add a splash of sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. In the same pan, add the sliced kielbasa and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until it begins to brown. Set the kielbasa aside with the chicken.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add a little more sesame oil to the pan if needed, then sauté the white parts of the green onions, diced red bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- Scramble the Eggs: Shift the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour in the whisked eggs. Scramble the eggs in the pan until fully cooked, then mix them with the sautéed vegetables.
- Combine and Stir-fry: Add the cooled rice to the pan, along with the cooked chicken and kielbasa. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the Mr. Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce and soy sauce, stirring to coat everything evenly. Add the mostly drained pineapple tidbits and cook for another minute or two, just until heated through.
- Season and Serve: Season with pepper to taste and sprinkle the green parts of the green onions on top. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Aloha Fried Rice!