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Pineapple Chicken and Rice

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting dish combining juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and creamy peanut butter over fluffy rice, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup rice (jasmine or basmati)
  • 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until soft and aromatic.
  2. Introduce the diced chicken to the skillet and brown it until golden.
  3. Stir in the rice, pineapple chunks, peanut butter, chicken broth, and soy sauce.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

To save time, consider making this dish ahead of time as the flavors deepen. Customize with seasonal vegetables or spices for added flair.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg