1️⃣ Sear the Chicken
Pat chicken dry, season with salt & pepper.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 3-4 mins per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté Aromatics
In same pan, add bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook 2 mins until fragrant.
3️⃣ Simmer the Rice
Stir in rice, pineapple, and sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil.
Nestle chicken back into the pan. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15-18 mins (until rice is tender and chicken cooks through).
4️⃣ Crisp & Serve
Uncover, increase heat to medium. Let rice crisp slightly (2 mins).
Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime juice.
🔥 Pro Tips for Perfection
🔹 Use fresh pineapple – It caramelizes better than canned.
🔹 Don’t peek while simmering – Steam is key for fluffy rice.
🔹 Toast the rice first – For nuttier flavor, sauté dry rice 1 min before adding liquid.
🔹 Double the sauce – For extra saucy leftovers!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
With a Mai Tai – For full tiki-bar vibes.
Over greens – Serve atop spinach for a salad bowl.
With coconut shrimp – Take the tropical theme further.
