Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy rice in one delightful meal. This easy recipe combines sweet and savory elements, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal prep time and the ability to customize with your favorite vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it reheats beautifully, making it an ideal choice for meal prep. Bring a taste of tropical paradise to your dinner table with this wholesome and satisfying recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic until fragrant. Add red bell pepper until softened.
- Stir in cubed pineapple and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce to low heat. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Return cooked chicken to skillet and mix well. Heat through for about 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 398
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg