easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe
This easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice recipe is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that will please your taste buds. Tender chicken cooked with juicy pineapple chunks and aromatic spices, served over fluffy rice, makes for a satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine diced chicken with soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through. Add pineapple chunks and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare the Rice: In a separate pot, melt butter and add rice. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add chicken broth, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork and serve with the pineapple chicken on top. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can add bell peppers and onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less pineapple.
- Feel free to sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
