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Pineapple Chicken and Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe You’ll Love

Pineapple Chicken and Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe You’ll Love

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Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful tropical dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and sweet pineapple, all served over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals when you’re looking for something colorful and delicious. The harmonious blend of flavors makes this recipe a crowd-pleaser, while its versatility allows you to customize it based on the ingredients you have on hand. Plus, with its healthy profile packed with protein and nutrients, you can feel good about serving this dish any night of the week.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups white rice
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice under cold water until clear to remove excess starch.
  2. In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups of water. Boil then simmer covered for about 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add cubed chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown.
  5. Stir in diced bell pepper and snap peas; cook until tender-crisp.
  6. Whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, and ginger in a bowl; pour over chicken mixture.
  7. Add pineapple chunks; stir to coat evenly and let thicken slightly for a few minutes.
  8. Season with salt and pepper; fluff cooked rice before serving. Top each plate with the chicken mixture.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
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