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Pineapple Chicken with Rice

Pineapple Chicken with Rice
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Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a deliciously vibrant dish that harmoniously combines tender chicken pieces and sweet pineapple chunks, all served over perfectly cooked rice. This one-pan meal is not only quick to prepare but also offers a tantalizing blend of sweet and savory flavors that are sure to impress both family and guests alike. With its colorful ingredients and simple cooking method, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. The versatility of this dish allows for easy customization, so feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the sweetness to suit your taste.

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 the ingredients: cut chicken, dice bell pepper, chop green onions, drain pineapple, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from pan.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic, ginger, and bell peppers for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in rinsed rice and toast lightly for about a minute. Add pineapple chunks along with reserved juice.
  5. Return chicken to the pan; stir in soy sauce, brown sugar (or honey), and water or broth. Cover and reduce heat to medium; cook for about 15 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and top with chopped green onions before serving hot.

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