Description
A delightful dish of tender chicken and juicy pineapple served on a bed of fluffy jasmine rice, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Combine 2 cups rice with 4 cups water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add onions and garlic: Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate pineapple and sauce: Drain pineapple and add to skillet along with soy sauce. Stir gently, bring to a simmer, and let pineapple caramelize for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine with rice: Lower heat and mix in the cooked rice gently with the chicken and pineapple mixture. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve stylishly: Portion into bowls, garnish with cilantro, and optional lime juice before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients or add more vegetables as desired. Adjust tofu for a plant-based option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken, Easy Dinner, Tropical Recipes, Chicken and Rice