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Pineapple Chicken Rice:

Pineapple Chicken Rice: Your New Tropical Weeknight Winner

Experience the tropical flavors of Pineapple Chicken Rice, a one-pot meal combining chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Rinsed thoroughly for fluffy texture
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breast
For the Tropical Delight
  • 1 cup Pineapple Fresh or canned
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Fresh peas can also be used
For the Savory Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Vegetarian oyster sauce is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil can be substituted
For Aromatic Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced for garnish
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Used for cooking chicken

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add the rice, water, and a pinch of salt to a pot and bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet and sauté the seasoned chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Add garlic and ginger to the skillet, stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Incorporate red bell pepper and peas, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the veggies soften.
  6. Fold in diced pineapple and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Pour over the chicken and veggies, simmering for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add the cooked rice to the skillet, gently combining all ingredients without breaking rice grains. Season to taste.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness and saltiness to your taste; variations in vegetables are encouraged.

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