Pineapple Chicken and Rice

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Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Description

This Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Juicy chicken pieces are cooked with tender rice and sweet pineapple chunks, making it a delightful meal that the whole family will love. It’s a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken:
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  1. Sauté Vegetables:
  • In the same skillet, add the diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  1. Add Pineapple:
  • Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
  1. Combine Ingredients:
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the cooked rice.
  1. Make the Sauce:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and rice mixture, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  1. Garnish and Serve:
  • Sprinkle the sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the top.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 400
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 15g

Tips

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • You can use frozen pineapple if fresh is not available.
  • Substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier option.

Enjoy this delicious Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe that brings a taste of the tropics to your dinner table!

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