Absolutely! Here’s a vibrant, sweet-savory recipe for Pineapple Chicken and Rice — a tropical dish that combines juicy pineapple, tender chicken, and perfectly seasoned rice. It’s quick, colorful, and packed with flavor!
🍍🍗 Pineapple Chicken and Rice: A Delicious Tropical Delight
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, uncooked
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or water + bouillon)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or canned pineapple, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (or 1 tsp fresh grated)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds or chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
🔥 Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the Veggies
- In the same skillet, add garlic, bell peppers, and ginger. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
3. Add Rice & Liquids
- Stir in uncooked rice and let it toast for 1–2 minutes with the vegetables.
- Add chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and pineapple chunks. Stir well.
4. Simmer
- Bring everything to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
5. Add Chicken Back
- Stir the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Heat for a few minutes until everything is hot and well combined.
6. Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro.
- Serve warm and enjoy the tropical flavors!
🌴 Tips & Variations
- Spicy kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
- One-pot shortcut: Use cooked rice and stir it in after the chicken and veggies. Simmer briefly to blend flavors.
- Pineapple bowl presentation: Hollow out a pineapple and serve the rice inside for fun presentation!