Pineapple Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful Journey to Tropical Delight
This Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe is a flavorful journey to tropical delight! It’s easy to make, packed with fresh ingredients, and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper until softened.
- Cook the Pineapple: Add the cubed pineapple to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, or until slightly softened and caramelized.
- Cook the Rice: Stir in the jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir well to combine. Heat through for a few minutes to ensure the chicken is warmed.
- Garnish: Serve the Pineapple Chicken and Rice hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
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