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Pineapple Chicken and Rice 🍍🍚


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  • Author: Recipes Tasteful
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Serving 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delightful combination of tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy jasmine rice, this Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that your family will love. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, it makes a great weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 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 cups 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

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  • Add the pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, mix well, and heat through.
  • Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in soy sauce and ginger for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables such as peas or carrots for added nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: main course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg