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If you’re looking for a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors while bringing a taste of the tropics to your dining table, look no further than our Tropical Delight: Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken. This vibrant recipe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that combines the juicy richness of chicken thighs with the bright, tangy sweetness of pineapple, creating an irresistible harmony of flavors.

Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice Recipe

Get ready for a taste of the tropics with this delicious pineapple chicken recipe! Sweet and savory, this dish combines succulent chicken thighs with fresh pineapple, colorful bell peppers, and a savory sauce that brings everything together. Served over fluffy jasmine rice, it's a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both easy to make and bursting with flavor. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for that finishing touch. Enjoy a Hawaiian getaway right in your kitchen!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)

1 cup jasmine rice

2 cups chicken broth

2 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon oyster sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon grated ginger

1 teaspoon sesame oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Sliced green onions (for garnish)

Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

    Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

      Create the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Pour this sauce over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to combine.

        Add Pineapple: Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir gently to mix. Let everything simmer for about 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

          Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the jasmine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the broth has been absorbed.

            Combine Chicken and Sauce: Slice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet with the pineapple and vegetable sauce. Stir everything together and heat through for another 2 minutes.

              Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork and divide it among plates. Spoon the sweet and savory pineapple chicken mixture over the rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

                Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Servings: 4