Pineapple Chicken and Rice
A delightful dish that beautifully combines savory chicken with sweet pineapple and hearty rice, bringing a taste of the tropics to your dining table.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Breast
- 2 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
- 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice
- 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Water
- 1.5 cups Cooked Rice
- 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
- 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper (Diced)
- 1/4 cup Green Onions (Chopped)
- Sesame seeds (For serving)
- Crushed red pepper (Optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive or sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Introduce the chicken breast to the pan and cook until golden brown.
Cooking
- Mix in soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixed with water.
- Allow the sauce to simmer to blend the flavors.
- Add cooked rice, pineapple chunks, and diced red bell pepper and stir everything together.
- Let cook for a few more minutes until everything is heated through.
Serving
- Top with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper (if desired).
- Serve warm, optionally alongside steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Notes
For a fun presentation, consider serving in a pineapple shell. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.