Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Sweet, Savory, Effortlessly Easy

Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Sweet, Savory, Effortlessly Easy

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Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pan dish combining sweet and savory flavors with incredible ease.

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10 min prep 20 min cook 4 servings

Ingredients

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4 servings
Measurements
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast (Substitute with chicken thighs for a juicier option.)
  • 2 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil (Used for sautéing.)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced; use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.)
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (Low sodium is a healthier alternative.)
  • 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice (Use juice from canned pineapple for convenience.)
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar (Consider using maple syrup as a substitute.)
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar (Can use white vinegar in a pinch.)
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch (Mix with 1 tbsp of water to avoid lumps.)
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1.5 cups Cooked Rice (Use white, brown, or jasmine rice based on preference.)
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks (Opt for fresh or drained canned chunks.)
  • 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper (Diced; substitute with other bell peppers or snap peas.)
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions (Chopped; chives make a great substitute.)
  • 1 Sesame seeds (For serving; customize based on taste preferences.)
  • 1 Crushed red pepper (Optional for extra spice.)

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Directions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive or sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chicken breast pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside on a plate once done.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, and vinegar. Stir well, bringing to a simmer.

  3. 3

    Thicken and Combine: Stir in the cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until it becomes glossy. Return the sautéed chicken back to the pan, then add pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper, stirring to coat everything in the sauce.

  4. 4

    Add the Rice: Gently fold in the cooked rice until it is warmed through and everything is well combined. This should take about 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot, and enjoy the tropical burst of flavors!

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Source

https://lunarecipe.com/pineapple-chicken-and-rice/

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