Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice for a delightful meal. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish brings a tropical twist to your table. The harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors makes it appealing for both kids and adults. With easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up this delicious recipe in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Add pineapple to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and mix well. Heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve warm garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg