Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the flavors of the tropics right to your dining table. With succulent chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy jasmine rice, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a hit for family dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in just 40 minutes, it requires minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Whether you’re serving it for a special occasion or a simple weeknight meal, this recipe offers a refreshing twist on comfort food that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast (cubed)
- 1 cup pineapple (cubed)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Soy sauce
- Ginger
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
- Stir in pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Return chicken to skillet and mix well before garnishing with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg