Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a vibrant dish that brings together the juicy sweetness of pineapple with tender chicken and fluffy jasmine rice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures that everyone will love. Within just 30 minutes, you can serve up a colorful plate that’s not only delicious but also nutritious, packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: green onions, sliced
- Garnish: sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
- Add pineapple and cook for about 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; mix well to combine all ingredients. Heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg