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One-Pan Pineapple Chicken & Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

One-Pan Pineapple Chicken & Rice

One-Pan Pineapple Chicken & Rice is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings tropical sweetness and savory goodness to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken thighs, fluffy rice, and juicy pineapple for a delightful meal that the whole family will enjoy. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it requires minimal prep and cleanup since everything cooks in one pan. With a blend of spices and fresh ingredients, this dish is sure to impress guests while being simple enough for novice cooks. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve a delicious meal that bursts with flavor and satisfaction.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup white rice (jasmine or basmati)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and dice the onion.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté diced chicken with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
  4. Add onions and garlic; cook until onions are translucent (2–3 minutes).
  5. Stir in rice and toast for 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and ginger; bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Add pineapple chunks; stir gently and cover; cook for an additional 5–10 minutes until rice is tender.
  9. Fluff with a fork before serving; garnish with green onions.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: One-Pan Cooking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. For added nutrition, mix in vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.