Description
Pineapple Chicken & Rice is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice for a meal that’s both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. This versatile recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering a colorful presentation and a delicious sweet-savory combination that will impress family and friends alike. With simple steps and healthy ingredients, you can create a nutritious dish that doesn’t compromise on taste. Enjoy it as a main course or transform leftovers into creative lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; this removes excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
- While the rice cooks, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with black pepper and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic; cook for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add drained pineapple chunks, soy sauce, and ginger to the skillet; mix well and heat through (about 2-3 minutes).
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork before adding it to the skillet; gently combine all ingredients.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the mixture and toss to incorporate.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg