Pineapple Chicken and Rice
A delightful dish that combines savory and sweet flavors featuring succulent chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, and fluffy rice, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks in juice
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until soft.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks and their juice, as well as the soy sauce.
- Add the cooked rice and stir to combine, cooking until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking. Consider adding more vegetables for a nutritious boost. Adjust the sweetness with different types of pineapple. Experiment with rice types for varying texture and flavor. For vegetarian options, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas.