Description
Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pot meal that perfectly balances the savory taste of tender chicken with the sweet, tropical flavor of pineapple. This quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, taking less than an hour from start to finish. The combination of fluffy rice soaking in flavorful chicken broth creates a comforting base that pairs beautifully with the juicy pineapple. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add your favorite vegetables for an extra nutrient boost. With minimal cleanup required, this recipe lets you spend more time enjoying your meal with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced chicken breast
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (or rice of choice)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: chop the chicken, mince the garlic, and prepare the pineapple.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the diced chicken until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger paste; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add pineapple chunks, soy sauce, jasmine rice, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat; season with salt and pepper. Fluff rice gently before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg