Pineapple Chicken and Rice
This Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish combines tender chicken breast with sweet pineapple, aromatic jasmine rice, and colorful vegetables, all cooked in a savory broth. It’s a delightful one-pan meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare, perfect for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of cubed chicken breast and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in 1 cup of cubed pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add 1 cup jasmine rice, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Mix well and heat through.
- Serve garnished with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg