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Pineapple Chicken and Rice

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A flavorful skillet dish that balances sweet and savory elements, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Chicken Breast
  • 2 tbsp Olive or Sesame Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1.5 cups Cooked Rice
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
  • 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions (chopped)
  • Sesame seeds (for serving)
  • Crushed red pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add chicken cut into bite-sized pieces, cooking until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic for the last minute of cooking.
  4. Combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, vinegar, and cornstarch mixed with water in a bowl.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, reduce heat, and simmer for about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Add pineapple chunks and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper.

Notes

This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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