Description
A tropical dish that combines juicy chicken with sweet pineapple and fluffy rice, delivering a delightful balance of flavors.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add pineapple chunks and soy sauce, stirring to combine, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the rice according to package instructions.
- Serve the chicken and pineapple mixture over the cooked rice, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
Notes
You can customize this dish by adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pineapple chicken, tropical recipe, easy dinner, one-pan meal