Pineapple Chicken Rice
Pineapple Chicken Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a delightful tropical twist to your dinner table. Combining tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables with fragrant jasmine rice, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, each bite bursts with delicious flavors that excite the palate. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasoning to suit your taste. Your family will love this nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium pineapple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 green onions (chopped for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add red bell pepper and frozen peas; cook until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Gently fold in diced pineapple; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce with any additional seasonings if desired.
- Pour sauce over chicken mixture; simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked jasmine rice; fold gently to combine all ingredients.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg