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30 Minute Pineapple Chicken with Coconut Rice

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A delicious and easy meal that balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, or extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded (if desired) and chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 avocado, diced

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, chopped shallots, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a glass jar.
  2. Pour 1/3 of the sauce over the chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Prepare the salsa by combining pineapple chunks, finely chopped shallot, jalapeño, lime juice, and thyme in a bowl.
  4. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken, and cook for about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat, pour the remaining sauce into the skillet, and cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
  7. Serve chicken over coconut rice, topped with fresh salsa and diced avocado.

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use coconut milk for the rice to add creaminess.

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Keywords: Pineapple Chicken, Coconut Rice, Easy Dinner, Quick Meal, Weeknight Dinner

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