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Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice in 30 Minutes

This Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe combines juicy chicken and vibrant pineapple for a quick, one-pot meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Cut into cubes
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or drained canned
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or sesame oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium preferred
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice Fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Rice vinegar recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For thickening
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Sliced
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped, green parts only

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive or sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of cubed chicken breast and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Whisk together 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 1/2 cup of pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 tablespoon of vinegar in a small bowl. Pour into the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly pour into the skillet while stirring continuously, cooking for additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Add 1 cup of pineapple chunks, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 2 chopped green onions to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Serve the Pineapple Chicken and Rice over a bed of cooked rice, garnishing with additional green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to swap proteins or rice types as desired. Consider marinating the chicken for enhanced flavor.

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