Description
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that whisks you away to a tropical paradise with every bite. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken marinated in tangy pineapple sauce, served atop fluffy rice that absorbs all the delicious juices. Whether for a family dinner or casual gathering, this recipe guarantees satisfaction and creates cherished memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup pineapple juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups white or brown rice
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken breasts and coat well; refrigerate for at least one hour.
- 2. Prepare Your Rice: Rinse rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, boil vegetable broth and stir in rice. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- 3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 4. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, heat reserved marinade over medium heat until it boils; reduce slightly to thicken.
- 5. Assemble: Fluff rice and plate it. Slice grilled chicken and arrange on top; drizzle with sauce.
- 6. Serve: Garnish with fresh pineapple chunks if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider adding bell peppers or snap peas while cooking. Swap chicken for turkey or beef based on your preference.