Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delicious, sweet-and-savory dish that combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and fluffy rice. Here’s a simple and flavorful recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
For the Pineapple Chicken:
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1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned pineapple, drained)
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1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp ginger, grated
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
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1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
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1 tsp cornstarch (for thickening)
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2 tbsp cooking oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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Green onions & sesame seeds for garnish
For the Rice:
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1½ cups white or brown rice, cooked
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(Optional: Cook rice with a pinch of turmeric or coconut milk for extra flavor)
Instructions:
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Marinate the Chicken:
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In a bowl, mix chicken with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
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Cook the Chicken:
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Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken and cook until browned (5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
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Stir-Fry Veggies & Pineapple:
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In the same pan, sauté onions and bell peppers for 2–3 minutes.
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Add pineapple chunks and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Make the Sauce:
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Return chicken to the pan.
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In a small bowl, mix honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch with 2 tbsp water. Pour over the chicken and veggies.
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Stir well and cook until the sauce thickens (2–3 minutes).
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Serve:
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Spoon the pineapple chicken over cooked rice.
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Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
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Variations:
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Hawaiian Style: Add a splash of teriyaki sauce and serve with grilled pineapple rings.
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Spicy Version: Add sriracha or chili garlic sauce.
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Pineapple Fried Rice: Mix the chicken and pineapple directly into fried rice with peas and carrots.
Enjoy your Pineapple Chicken and Rice—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors! 🍍🍗🍚