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Tropical Pineapple Chicken & Rice Delight

A vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice, perfect for a tropical-inspired meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, tropical
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
Rice and Vegetables
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup snap peas trimmed
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and ginger. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Rice
  1. In a rice cooker, combine jasmine rice and water. Cook according to rice cooker instructions.
Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add marinated chicken and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.
Add Vegetables and Pineapple
  1. Add bell pepper, snap peas, and pineapple chunks to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Serve
  1. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cooked rice. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 3gSugar: 12g

Notes

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.

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