Description
A delightful one-pan dish that combines sweet pineapple with savory chicken over fluffy rice, bringing tropical flavors to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken, diced
- 2 cups rice
- 1 can pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 carrot, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pan, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden.
- Add garlic, ginger, and vegetables; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the rice, pineapple chunks, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
- Pour in enough water to cover the rice and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Let sit covered for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Feel free to customize with your choice of protein or extra vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg