Description
Pineapple Chicken & Rice is a vibrant, one-pan dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This delightful recipe features tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables, making for a feast that’s as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. In just 35 minutes, you can create a wholesome meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With easy preparation steps and customizable options, this dish invites cooks of all skill levels to enjoy a tropical twist at their dinner table. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional toasted sesame seeds, this Pineapple Chicken & Rice is sure to impress your guests and keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 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 bell peppers (diced)
- 1 cup onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 18-20 minutes until absorbed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with black pepper; sauté until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic; cook until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Add drained pineapple chunks, soy sauce, and ginger; mix well and heat through (2-3 minutes).
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and gently combine it with the skillet mixture.
- Drizzle sesame oil on top and toss gently before serving with green onions and optional sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize by adding favorite vegetables like snap peas or broccoli. Use fresh pineapple juice instead of canned for an authentic flavor boost.