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Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast!

Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast!
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Easy Pineapple Chicken & Rice Feast! This delightful dish combines juicy chicken thighs with sweet pineapple and colorful vegetables, creating a tropical experience right in your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and filled with aromatic spices that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its beautiful presentation and satisfying taste, this meal is sure to impress both family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup coconut milk (optional, for cooking rice)
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 lime wedges
  • 0.25 cup cashews (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken pieces in soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic for at least 20 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare the pineapple and vegetables.
  3. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  4. Mix glaze ingredients: soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
  5. Sear marinated chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown; remove from pan.
  6. Sauté bell pepper and onion in the same skillet before adding back the chicken and glaze.
  7. Serve over fluffy rice with garnishes of cilantro, green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.

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