Description
A delicious one-pan Pineapple Chicken & Rice recipe that combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fragrant rice in a sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for a quick, easy, and flavorful dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup bell peppers, chopped
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp chopped cashews or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tbsp of olive oil, then sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks and uncooked rice.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and ginger. Pour over the rice mixture.
- Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and let it simmer on low for 18-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat, let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice.
- Garnish with green onions and chopped nuts before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh or canned pineapple, but drain canned pineapple well.
- Substitute tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Add a dash of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, One-Pan
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Tropical