Pineapple Chicken and Rice
Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delicious fusion of sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and fluffy rice, creating a balanced and tropical-inspired meal. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit dietary preferences and is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 can 20 oz. sliced pineapple, reserve the juice for the sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 servings of cooked rice
Instructions
- Season the chicken with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, brown the chicken over medium heat in the vegetable oil.
- Drain the pineapple slices, reserving the juice.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 oz. of the reserved pineapple juice and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the remaining pineapple juice with Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic.
- Add the Dijon mixture to the pan, reduce the heat, and cover. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture and add it to the pan, bringing it to a boil.
- Stir for 2 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Lower the heat and return the chicken to the pan, flipping it to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Add the pineapple slices to the pan, placing them on top and around the chicken. Cover for 2-3 minutes to warm the pineapple through.
- Serve the chicken and pineapple over the cooked rice.