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Pineapple Chicken And Rice

Pineapple Chicken And Rice is a quick, sweet and savory dinner made in one pan. Juicy chicken, caramelized pineapple, fluffy jasmine rice, and bold umami sauces come together fast. It tastes like homemade takeout but feels lighter and fresher.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked day-old jasmine rice
  • ½ lb 225g boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks drained if canned
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • ½ medium onion finely chopped (about ½ cup)
  • 2 –3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Chop the onion and garlic, slice the green onions, drain the pineapple, beat the eggs, and separate the cold rice into loose grains.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggs and scramble until just set. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add chicken in a single layer and stir-fry until fully cooked and lightly golden.
  4. Add remaining oil if needed. Cook onion for 1–2 minutes until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Add cold jasmine rice and break apart any clumps. Stir-fry on high heat until heated through and slightly toasted.
  6. Stir in pineapple, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  7. Return eggs and chicken to the pan. Add green onions and drizzle with sesame oil. Toss briefly, remove from heat, garnish with cilantro if desired, and serve hot.
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