Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice
A delicious and colorful fusion of sweet pineapple and savory chicken served over fluffy jasmine rice, perfect for a quick and easy family dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice preferably day-old, fluffy and perfect for frying
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced tender and flavorful
- 1 cup pineapple chunks freshly cut or canned, sweet and juicy
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots mix vibrant colors and added nutrition
- 1/4 cup green beans, chopped crunchy and fresh
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce rich with umami
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional, adds depth and flavor
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for sautéing
- 2 green onions, chopped fresh garnish
- 2 cloves garlic, minced aromatic and savory
- Salt and pepper to taste balance and seasoning
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish for that extra flair
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
Cooking
- Add diced chicken to the pan and cook until heated through, about a couple of minutes.
- Incorporate frozen peas and carrots, and chopped green beans. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Push everything to one side of the pan, add cooked rice to the empty side, and pour soy sauce (and optional oyster sauce) over it.
- Mix everything until the rice is well coated with sauces.
- Toss in pineapple chunks and chopped green onions, stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until well combined and hot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Use day-old rice to prevent mushiness. Customize ingredients based on taste preferences. Serve with fresh cucumber salad or crispy spring rolls for a complete meal.