Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a flavorful dish combining chicken, rice, and pineapple for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, uncooked
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated or ground
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, and chopped bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, and honey. Combine well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in cooked chicken and drained pineapple chunks. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Chicken options: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for leaner meat or thighs for a richer, more tender result.
- Pineapple choices: Fresh pineapple offers a firmer texture and brighter flavor, while canned pineapple adds convenience and sweetness.
- Rice: Jasmine rice is fragrant and fluffy; white or brown rice, or even quinoa, can be substituted.
- Vegetables: Bell peppers and onions add color and crunch. Add peas, carrots, or other vegetables for more nutrition and volume.
- Spice it up: Add sriracha, red pepper flakes, or chili paste for heat that balances the pineapple sweetness.
- Serving suggestions: Serve in hollowed-out pineapple halves for a tropical presentation.
- Storage: Refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of water or soy sauce to prevent the rice from drying out.
- Customization: For vegetarian, replace chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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