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Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Pineapple Chicken and Rice: Your New Quick Family Favorite

Pineapple Chicken and Rice transforms ordinary weeknights into tropical escapes with caramelized chicken, juicy pineapple, and a glossy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs Choose boneless for easy cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium option available.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Omit for a lighter consistency.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Rice Jasmine or basmati recommended.
For the Fruity Twist
  • 1 cup Pineapple (Fresh or Canned) Fresh preferred for vibrant flavor.
Optional Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Add variety for color and nutrients.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Add variety for color and nutrients.
  • 1 cup Snap Peas Add variety for color and nutrients.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bite-sized pieces of chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Toss in pineapple chunks and stir gently, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until they are heated and start to caramelize.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and cornstarch with a splash of water until smooth. Pour this sauce over the chicken and pineapple in the skillet.
  4. Turn the heat up high and let the sauce bubble, stirring constantly for about 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Prepare bowls of warm rice, spoon the pineapple chicken mix over the rice, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; stores well and tastes even better the next day. Adjust the sauce by reducing cornstarch for a lighter dish.

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