Description
Pineapple Chicken & Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports your taste buds to a tropical paradise. This incredible recipe combines tender chicken, aromatic rice, and sweet pineapple in one pan, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Bursting with the flavors of garlic, ginger, and fresh vegetables, this meal is not only delicious but also nutritious. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy this delightful dish without the hassle. Ready in just 45 minutes, Pineapple Chicken & Rice is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- ½ cup bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare them.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate diced pineapple into the mixture; stir well.
- Pour in soy sauce along with salt and black pepper; cook for another minute.
- Add rice to the skillet; mix evenly with other ingredients.
- Pour vegetable broth over the mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
- Fluff rice with a fork after removing from heat; let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor impact; ripe pineapple is key. Consider marinating the chicken beforehand in soy sauce and ginger for enhanced taste. Feel free to customize by adding your favorite veggies like snap peas or carrots.