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Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Pineapple Chicken and Rice

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Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will brighten up any dinner table. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken cooked to perfection with juicy pineapple chunks, colorful bell peppers, and fluffy jasmine rice, creating a vibrant meal everyone will love. Ideal for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this recipe not only pleases the palate but also offers an eye-catching presentation. In just about 40 minutes, you can serve up a dish that’s as satisfying as it is visually appealing.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup pineapple, cubed
  • 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

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown (6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in the pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to the skillet; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is cooked.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and mix well; heat through for another 2–3 minutes.
  7. Serve garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg