Description
A comforting dish that combines caramelized pineapple with tender chicken and fluffy rice, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chicken chunks and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the rice, chicken broth, pineapple chunks, and soy sauce to the pan.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For a silkier finish on the rice, consider adding fresh butter. A squeeze of lime brightens the dish if desired. Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on personal preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple, Chicken, Rice, Comfort Food, Family Meal