Description
Pineapple Chicken Rice is a vibrant, tropical dish that brings together succulent chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice. This delightful recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or festive family gatherings, offering a unique twist on traditional fried rice. With its sweet and savory flavors, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste preferences, Pineapple Chicken Rice is not only delicious but also a healthy meal packed with protein and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, chopped for garnish
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear.
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups of water and a pinch of salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper and peas; sauté for about 4 minutes until tender.
- Gently fold in diced pineapple; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil; pour over chicken mixture.
- Stir well to coat and simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Combine cooked rice with the chicken mixture; gently fold everything together.
- Adjust seasoning as desired before serving with garnished green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg