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Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast

Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast!
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Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with sweet pineapple and fluffy rice, all coated in a delicious glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a family gathering, this one-pan meal is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With tropical flavors that delight the palate, it’s sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it with fresh garnishes for an appealing presentation that makes every bite feel special.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce, divided
  • 0.25 cup rice vinegar, divided
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 fresh pineapple, diced (reserve 0.5 cup for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 0.5 cup coconut milk (optional, for cooking rice)
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 lime wedges
  • 0.25 cup cashews (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing half of the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, and minced garlic in a bowl. Add diced chicken and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Cook the white rice according to package instructions; substitute half of the water with coconut milk for extra creaminess if desired.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, and cornstarch to create a glaze.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until golden brown; remove from pan.
  5. Sauté bell pepper and onion until softened. Return chicken to the skillet and add the glaze; cook until sauce thickens.
  6. Serve over fluffy rice garnished with reserved pineapple chunks and optional toppings like cilantro and lime wedges.

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