Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful, tropical-inspired dish that combines juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and fragrant jasmine rice, all cooked in a savory sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and comforting ingredients, this recipe is sure to please both family and friends. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices. Enjoy a quick and nutritious dinner that brings a taste of the tropics right to your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Remove chicken from the pan.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in cubed pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, and grated ginger to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet; stir everything together. Serve garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg