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Airfryer Pineapple Chicken and Rice

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A delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 cup rice Jasmine, basmati, or brown rice can be used.
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks Canned pineapple can be used; drain before addition.
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • to taste Chopped green onions

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Place the marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  2. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions. Stir in the diced bell pepper and pineapple chunks during the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve the chicken over the pineapple rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

Notes

Best served warm. Pairs nicely with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad. For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds on top before serving.
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