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Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe: An Amazing Ultimate Guide


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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 cup jasmine rice, uncooked
– 1 ½ cups chicken broth
– 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup snap peas or green beans, chopped
– ½ cup onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating the Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice is easy when you follow these concise steps:

1. Prep Ingredients: Begin by gathering and prepping all your ingredients. Dice the chicken and vegetables, and measure out the rice and liquid.
2. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Vegetables: Once the chicken is cooked through, add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir occasionally until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in Rice: Add the jasmine rice to the skillet, stirring it to coat with the mixture. Allow the rice to toast slightly for 1-2 minutes, enhancing flavor.
5. Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Pour this mixture over the chicken and rice in the skillet.
6. Add Pineapple: Gently fold the pineapple chunks into the mixture. Bring it to a simmer.
7. Cook: Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and allow it to cook for about 20 minutes. The rice should absorb most of the liquid and become tender.
8. Add Vegetables: Five minutes before the cooking time is up, stir in the snap peas or green beans, covering the skillet back to ensure they cook quickly.
9. Fluff and Serve: Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and adjust seasoning as necessary.
10. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions if desired.

These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this amazing dish effortlessly, showcasing how easy cooking can be!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 30g