Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a deliciously vibrant dish that brings together tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and aromatic jasmine rice in a delightful tropical fusion. This easy-to-prepare recipe takes just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings where you want to impress without the fuss. The zesty marinade infuses the chicken with flavor, while caramelized pineapple chunks add a touch of sweetness to each bite. Serve it as a main course or at potlucks; it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chicken until golden-brown (about 6-7 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened. Add pineapple and cook until caramelized (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-18 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.
- Return the chicken to the skillet for even heating. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg