Pineapple chicken and rice is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of pineapple with savory chicken and aromatic rice. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add pineapple chunks and soy sauce. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the reserved pineapple juice. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the pineapple chicken over the cooked rice.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious pineapple chicken and rice!
This dish is not only flavorful but also customizable. You can add other vegetables like carrots, peas, or broccoli to enhance both the flavor and nutrition of the dish. Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.
