Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish combining juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic, ginger, and brown sugar for 1-2 minutes.
- Incorporate pineapple chunks and soy sauce, simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Combine the cooked rice, mixing until coated with sauce.
- Reintroduce the sliced chicken into the skillet and mix well.
- Serve with fresh herbs and lime wedges.
Notes
Marinate chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for added flavor. Customize with veggies or nuts for extra texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg