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Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe
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A flavorful one-pot dish combining tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy long grain rice simmered in a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal, it merges tropical sweetness with hearty comfort, appealing to all ages and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Produce

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

Grains

  • 1 cup long grain rice, uncooked

Liquids & Sauces

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil

Sweeteners

  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, chop the bell peppers, slice green onions, and measure out pineapple chunks, rice, and sauce ingredients to have everything ready.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add chicken pieces and sauté until they begin to brown and are nearly cooked through.
  3. Add Peppers and Pineapple: Stir in chopped bell peppers and pineapple chunks. Cook for 2-3 minutes to release juices and soften slightly.
  4. Mix in Rice and Sauce: Add uncooked rice to the skillet, stirring well to coat with juices. Pour in soy sauce, honey, and chicken broth, then bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Simmer Until Rice Is Tender: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top and serve immediately while warm and aromatic.

Notes

  • Use long grain rice for fluffiness and to prevent clumping.
  • Add pineapple towards the end to avoid mushiness.
  • Chicken thighs provide extra moisture and hold up better during simmering.
  • Sauté garlic and ginger thoroughly to deepen flavor complexity.
  • Adjust honey or brown sugar to taste for desired sweetness.
  • Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after cooking to meld flavors.

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Keywords: pineapple chicken, one pot meal, sweet and savory, tropical chicken recipe, family-friendly dinner

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