Are you craving a dish that’s a perfect blend of sweet and savory, bursting with vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors? Look no further than our Pineapple Chicken and Rice! This simple yet sophisticated recipe will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.
Ingredients You Need:
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the Rice: Start by rinsing 2 cups of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step helps to remove excess starch and prevent the rice from sticking. Cook the rice according to the package instructions using a rice cooker or a pot on the stovetop. Once done, set it aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season the 1 lb of chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the hot oil, cooking until browned on all sides and fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté 1 finely chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced red bell pepper until they become tender and aromatic.
- Create the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger. Pour this flavorful blend over the sautéed vegetables.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the sauce and vegetables. Stir in 1 cup of pineapple chunks (fresh or canned), ensuring that everything is well-coated and heated through.
- Serve: Spoon the savory pineapple chicken mixture over the cooked jasmine rice. For an added burst of flavor and color, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Enjoy!
Relish the beautiful harmony of sweet pineapples and the savory goodness of chicken, wrapped in a delightful sauce. This Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or a fancy meal to impress your loved ones.
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Servings: 4
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Pineapple Chicken and Rice
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Immerse yourself in the exotic flavors of our Pineapple Chicken and Rice, where tropical pineapple chunks blend seamlessly with savory chicken, all served over fluffy jasmine rice. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds with its sweet and savory harmony but also brings a splash of color to your plate, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.Perfect for those who enjoy a touch of sweetness in their savory dishes, this recipe captures the essence of tropical cuisine, making it an ideal choice for a family dinner or a casual get-together. Its combination of fresh ingredients and simple preparation ensures that anyone can bring a bit of the tropics into their kitchen.
Ingredients
2 cups jasmine rice
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Rice: Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a rice cooker or on the stovetop, cook the rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
Prepare the Chicken: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the hot oil. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Saute Vegetables: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Saute the chopped onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until they are tender.
Create the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and grated ginger. Pour the sauce over the sauteed vegetables.
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the sauce and vegetables. Stir in the pineapple chunks and cook until everything is well-coated and heated through.
Serve: Serve the pineapple chicken mixture over the cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor.
Enjoy: Dive into the delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors in this Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 550