Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and fragrant jasmine rice, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, diced
1 cup jasmine rice
2 cups water
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the jasmine rice with 2 cups of water according to the package instructions. Once the rice is ready, set it aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, turmeric, and ginger, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks, soy sauce, and honey, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the pineapple warms through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, then add it to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Add veggies such as bell peppers, carrots, or peas for extra nutrition and crunch.
For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños when sautéing the chicken.
Swap jasmine rice for coconut rice for a more tropical flavor.
Grill the chicken for a smoky flavor before adding it to the pineapple mixture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
