Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful and vibrant dish that transports your taste buds to a tropical paradise. With its perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, coupled with the nutritional benefits of its key ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
2. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cubed pineapple to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the pineapple to caramelize slightly.
4. Stir in the jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well to distribute the flavors evenly. Heat through, about 5 minutes.
6. Serve the Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, allowing the vibrant colors and tropical aromas to take center stage.
Notes
The beauty of Pineapple Chicken and Rice lies in its versatility. If you’re looking to switch things up, consider using shrimp or cubed tofu instead of chicken. You can also experiment with other grains such as quinoa or brown rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg