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Pineapple Chicken with Rice

Pineapple Chicken with Rice
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Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice in a delightful one-pan meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that the whole family will love. The fragrant notes of ginger and garlic elevate the dish, while the colorful vegetables add both nutrition and visual appeal. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a wholesome dinner that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 cup white or jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients by cutting the chicken, dicing the bell pepper, chopping green onions, mincing garlic, and grating ginger.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes), then remove from the skillet.
  3. In the same pan, sauté garlic, ginger, and bell pepper until fragrant.
  4. Stir in rinsed rice and lightly toast for about one minute. Add pineapple chunks and some reserved juice.
  5. Return chicken to the pan; pour in soy sauce, sugar/honey, and water/broth. Cover and cook until rice is tender (about 15 minutes).
  6. Fluff rice with a fork; garnish with green onions before serving.

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