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Pineapple chicken rice

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Sweet and savory pineapple chicken rice made with juicy chicken, fluffy jasmine rice, and vibrant veggies. A quick and easy dinner recipe packed with tropical flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

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 fresh ginger, grated
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Cook until softened.
Stir in the pineapple and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well. Heat through for a few minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor, but canned (drained) works too.
Rinse the rice before cooking for fluffier texture.
Adjust soy sauce for sodium preference.
You can substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness.