Description
A quick and easy one-pan meal combining sweet pineapple with savory chicken and rice.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 cups cooked rice (day-old rice works best)
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Push the vegetables to the side and add the cubed chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Pour in the pineapple chunks and soy sauce. Stir to coat the chicken and cook for 2–3 minutes until the pineapple is warmed and the sauce is slightly reduced.
- Add the cooked rice and mix well so the rice soaks up the sauce and heats through, about 2–3 minutes.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. If you prefer more sauce, add a tablespoon of water mixed with a teaspoon of cornstarch to thicken slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian