Pineapple Chicken and Rice – Foolproof 30-Minute Comfort Meal
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy jasmine rice in a sweet-savory harmony. This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave a comforting dish that can be on the table in just 30 minutes. The vibrant flavors of pineapple and ginger meld beautifully with the chicken, making it a favorite among both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and clean up, this dish not only satisfies hunger but also brings everyone together around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken cubes and brown until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and cook briefly until caramelized.
- Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes until the rice absorbs liquid.
- Return chicken to the skillet and mix gently; warm through before serving.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg