Enjoy Pineapple Chicken and Rice for a Quick, Delicious Meal!

Enjoy Pineapple Chicken and Rice for a Quick, Delicious Meal!

Author: Calvin Rourke Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: DINNER

Description

A quick and delicious dish that combines sweet pineapple with savory chicken and fluffy jasmine rice, perfect for a tropical-themed dinner.

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
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Instructions

  1. 1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. 3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. 4. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Add the cubed pineapple to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. 6. Stir in the jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes.
  8. 8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well.
  9. 9. Heat through, about 5 minutes.
  10. 10. Serve garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.