Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 ½ cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ginger powder
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup bell peppers, diced
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup cashews (optional, for crunch)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: In a pot, bring chicken broth and pineapple juice to a boil. Add jasmine rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes or until tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Cook until browned and fully cooked.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch (if using). Pour over the cooked chicken and stir to coat.
  4. Add Veggies & Pineapple: Toss in bell peppers, pineapple chunks, and chili flakes. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined.
  5. Combine & Serve: Mix in the cooked rice, stirring to combine all flavors. Garnish with green onions and cashews if using.
  6. Enjoy! Serve warm and savor the sweet and savory goodness!

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