Description
Savor the delightful fusion of flavors in this Chicken and Pineapple Fried Rice, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This vibrant recipe brings together tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables, all tossed with aromatic jasmine rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal meal for families, offering a delicious balance of sweet and savory that will please both kids and adults. Plus, the versatility of this dish allows you to customize it with your favorite ingredients, ensuring it becomes a staple in your weekly rotation.
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 cup diced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 Tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
- 3/4 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- Diced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop chicken, onion, pineapple, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining avocado oil; stir-fry onion, garlic, ginger, peas, carrots, and pineapple chunks for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add cooked jasmine rice to the vegetable mixture along with soy sauce; mix well.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan; drizzle with sesame oil and toss until heated through (2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot topped with diced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg