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Pineapple Chicken with Rice

Pineapple Chicken with Rice
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Pineapple Chicken with Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fragrant rice in one easy recipe. This delightful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, thanks to its quick preparation and mouthwatering taste. The sweet and savory blend of flavors, enhanced by fresh ginger and garlic, makes it a standout option for any dinner table. With just one pan needed for cooking, cleanup is a breeze, leaving you more time to enjoy this delicious dish with family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 cup white or jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Cut the chicken, dice the bell pepper, chop the green onions, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Sauté vegetables: In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and bell pepper; cook until fragrant.
  4. Toast rice: Stir in rinsed rice to lightly toast for one minute.
  5. Combine ingredients: Add pineapple chunks and reserved juice along with cooked chicken back into the pan. Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar/honey, and broth; cover and simmer until rice is tender.
  6. Serve: Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.

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