Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice blends juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and savory soy sauce for a perfectly balanced, one-pan meal.
Course: MainCuisine: AsianDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 cup rice
1.5 pounds chicken breast
1 cup pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon ginger
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chicken broth
1 piece onion
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
Directions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and then drain it completely using a strainer or sieve.
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
- In a pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the ginger and garlic until aromatic.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in onions and cook until they become translucent, mixing with the chicken for enhanced flavor.
- Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, salt, and pepper, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add the rice and pineapple chunks to the pan, stir, then cover and reduce heat to low.
- Let the mixture simmer until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a flavorful, tropical-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, caramelized pineapple, and fragrant rice cooked in a savory soy-ginger broth. This easy, one-pan meal balances sweet, salty, and umami flavors in every bite, making it a delicious and wholesome option for a quick and satisfying dinner.
