Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. In just 30 minutes, this one-pan meal combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy jasmine rice, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, this comforting recipe not only pleases the palate but also provides a healthy dose of nutrients. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned, well drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until soft.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and cook until heated through.
- Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet; stir gently to combine and heat through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg