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Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe

This Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish combines tender chicken pieces drenched in a tangy pineapple sauce, served over fluffy rice. It’s a delightful blend of flavors that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet or wok
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 rice cooker or pot for rice

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks Or canned.
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Divided.
  • 1 medium bell pepper Sliced (any color).
  • 1 small onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 green onions sliced For garnish.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch together until well combined. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced bell pepper; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  • Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the chicken pieces to the center and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  • Once the chicken is fully cooked, add the pineapple chunks to the skillet. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and pineapple, stirring to combine. Allow it to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken properly.
  • While it’s cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions.
  • Once the sauce has thickened and the chicken is well coated, serve the sweet and savory chicken over a bed of fluffy rice.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

For added heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
You can substitute the chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
Experiment with adding different vegetables like snap peas or carrots for extra color and nutrition.