Description
Craving a taste of sunshine? Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that brings vibrant tropical flavors to your dinner table in under 30 minutes. Imagine tender chicken combined with sweet, caramelized pineapple and fluffy jasmine rice, all simmered together in a savory broth. This easy recipe is not only quick and satisfying but also nutritious, packed with protein and veggies, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this dish will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: sliced green onions and sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook the cubed chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper in the same skillet until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add pineapple chunks; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover tightly and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is fully cooked.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet; mix well to combine flavors. Heat through for another minute.
- Serve hot garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Consider marinating the chicken in soy sauce and ginger for deeper flavor. Customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables like snap peas or carrots.