Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Enjoy a tropical flavor explosion with this easy-to-make Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful lunch option!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 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
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Directions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken cubes in olive oil until golden brown. Set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Cook onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
- Add Pineapple: Cook cubed pineapple for 2 minutes.
- Combine Rice and Liquids: Mix in rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer the Dish: Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Final Touch: Add cooked chicken back to the skillet and heat through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add cashews for extra crunch and flavor.