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Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Delicious Pineapple Chicken and Rice Ready in Just 25 Minutes

This Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a quick, flavorful dish that blends sweet pineapple and savory chicken, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil for sautéing
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • ½ cup bell peppers chopped
  • ⅓ cup green onions sliced
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce adds savory depth
  • 1 tablespoon pineapple juice enhances tropical flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • ¼ cup water
For the Filling
  • 1 ½ cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add the diced cooked chicken to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until heated through and lightly golden.
  3. Stir in the chopped bell peppers and sliced green onions, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, pineapple juice, minced garlic, and water, then pour over the chicken and veggies.
  5. Gently fold in the pineapple chunks until well combined and heated through.
  6. Add the cooked rice and fold gently to combine, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served warm, and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or frozen for up to 2 months.

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