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A vibrant plate featuring golden-brown pineapple chunks, tender chicken pieces glazed with a glossy sauce, and fluffy white rice, garnished with fresh herbs and pineapple slices arranged artfully on a stylish white platter.

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice the Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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A quick and flavorful pineapple chicken and rice dish that combines sweet pineapple and savory chicken for the perfect weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Optional: green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, toss diced chicken with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in soy sauce and honey, then add pineapple chunks. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly caramelized.
  6. Serve the chicken and pineapple over rice, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation.
  • Adjust honey and soy sauce to taste for sweeter or saltier flavors.
  • Use fresh pineapple for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if soy sauce is gluten-free)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 400 Kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg