Description
One-Pan Pineapple Chicken & Rice is a quick and delightful dish that brings together the savory flavors of tender chicken thighs, aromatic rice, and sweet pineapple in a single pan for effortless cooking and cleanup. In just around 30 minutes, you can prepare this colorful meal that not only satisfies your taste buds but also impresses family and friends. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe allows you to customize ingredients to suit your palate while offering a tropical twist that makes each bite memorable.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup white rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Dice the onion and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Add onions and garlic; cook until translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in rice; toast for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and ginger; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add pineapple chunks; stir gently, cover again, and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff rice with a fork before serving; garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Toasting the rice adds depth to its taste. Let the dish rest post-cooking to enhance flavor melding.