Honey Sesame Chicken & Shrimp Pineapple Fried Rice

Day-old rice, chicken, shrimp, pineapple chunks, garlic, ginger, eggs, and vegetables come together in this Honey Sesame Chicken & Shrimp Pineapple Fried Rice with a glossy honey sesame finish. Served inside a caramelized pineapple, it brings San Diego comfort food and aloha energy into one plate people remember.

Why This Fried Rice Works

Day-old rice stays separated.

Pineapple balances the savory flavors.

Honey sesame sauce coats without making the rice soggy.

Chicken and shrimp bring texture.

Everything cooks fast once prep is done.

Flavor Notes

Sweet pineapple.

Savory fried rice.

Garlic.

Fresh ginger.

Sesame.

Little caramelized edges.

Big comfort food energy.

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Cook proteins separately.

Build the rice after.

That keeps the shrimp juicy and the chicken from steaming.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Extra green onion
• Chili crisp
• Sriracha
• Egg rolls
• Asian salad
• Lime wedges

Storage

Store refrigerated.

Best within 2–3 days.

Reheat in skillet for best texture.

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Honey Sesame Chicken and Shrimp Pineapple Fried Rice

Day old jasmine rice stir fried with chicken, shrimp, pineapple, vegetables, eggs, and honey sesame sauce, then served inside a fresh pineapple bowl.

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Prep Time 35 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 4 people

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Fusion

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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Fried Rice

• 4 cups day old jasmine rice cold
• 1 lb chicken breast small diced
• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 cups pineapple chunks fresh
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp ginger paste
• 3 eggs beaten
• 1/2 cup white onion diced
• 1/2 cup carrots small diced
• 1/2 cup peas
• 4 green onions sliced
• 1 whole pineapple halved and hollowed
• 2 tbsp avocado oil

Sauce

• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water for slurry

Garnish

• Sesame seeds
• Green onion

Equipment

• Large wok
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Sheet pan

Method

1. Slice the pineapple in half lengthwise.
2. Carefully hollow out the center and reserve the pineapple chunks.
3. Pat the chicken and shrimp dry.
4. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
5. Heat a large wok over medium high heat.
6. Add avocado oil.
7. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through.
8. Remove and set aside.
9. Add the shrimp and cook until just opaque.
10. Remove and set aside.
11. Add onion, garlic, ginger, carrots, and peas to the wok.
12. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened.
13. Push the vegetables to one side of the wok.
14. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked.
15. Add the cold jasmine rice and break apart any clumps.
16. Return the chicken and shrimp to the wok.
17. Add the pineapple chunks and toss to combine.
18. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, ginger paste, brown sugar, and water.
19. In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
20. Pour the sauce into the wok and stir to combine.
21. Add the slurry and toss until the rice becomes glossy and evenly coated.
22. Stir in the green onions.
23. Spoon the fried rice into the hollowed pineapple halves.
24. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions.
25. Serve immediately.

Notes

• Day old rice is strongly recommended for the best texture.

• Fresh pineapple provides the best flavor and presentation.

• Cook the chicken and shrimp separately to prevent overcooking.

• Shrimp cook quickly and should be removed as soon as they turn opaque.

• Add pineapple near the end of cooking to maintain its texture.

• The sauce should lightly coat the rice rather than make it soggy.

• High heat helps create restaurant style fried rice texture.

• Hollow the pineapple carefully to preserve the shell for serving.

• This recipe works great for leftovers.

• Extra green onion adds freshness and flavor.