Create a Flavorful Pineapple Chicken Rice
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Pineapple Chicken Rice, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Juicy chicken pieces are combined with fresh pineapple and colorful vegetables, all served on a bed of fluffy rice. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy weeknight meal. In just five simple steps, you can whip up a dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Packed with protein and essential vitamins, this nutritious meal is also kid-friendly, making it an ideal choice for everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple, diced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through; remove from pan.
- Sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and seasonings; bring to boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Gently mix in pineapple and red bell pepper; return chicken to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg