Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Ingredients:

1 pound (450g) chicken breast, cubed

1 cup fresh or canned pineapple, cubed

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 red bell pepper, diced (optional)

2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine rice)

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon ginger powder (or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced)

Salt and pepper to taste

2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Optional: Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

Cook the Chicken:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ginger powder.

Cook the chicken until browned on all sides and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the Pineapple and Bell Pepper:

Add the cubed pineapple and diced red bell pepper (if using) to the skillet with the chicken.

Stir in the soy sauce and honey (or brown sugar), and cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the pineapple to caramelize slightly.

Add the Rice:

Stir in the cooked rice, mixing everything together until the rice is heated through and evenly coated with the sauce.

Serve:

Transfer the Pineapple Chicken and Rice to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Enjoy:

Serve hot, either on its own or with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

This Pineapple Chicken and Rice dish is a quick and easy meal that’s packed with flavor.

The sweet pineapple pairs perfectly with the savory chicken and rice, creating a delicious and satisfying dish.

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