Chicken, Broccoli and Pineapple Stir-Fry
The delicious combination of tender chicken and broccoli with sweet pineapple and savory sauce over whole grain brown rice, makes this a go-to stir-fry.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Minute® Brown Rice
- 2 tsp canola oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained, juice reserved
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup stir-fry sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Sliced green onions, optional
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Instructions
Add more whole grains to your meal with this Chicken, Broccoli and Pineapple Stir-Fry served over a plate of fluffy brown rice.
Step 1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken; stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until no longer pink and starting to brown.
Step 3
Add broccoli, onion, garlic and ginger to skillet; stir-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Step 4
Combine reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, stir-fry sauce and cornstarch in a small bowl; Add to skillet. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
Step 5
Add pineapple chunks to skillet.
Step 6
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until sauce has thickened.
Step 7
Serve stir-fry over rice.
Recipe Tips
Garnish dish with sliced green onion, if desired.
If using fresh pineapple, substitute the pineapple juice with water or canned pineapple juice.
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Asian Inspiration for Fried Rice
Stir-fry dishes are one of the best go-to meals when you need something hearty, delicious and ready in under 30 minutes. They’re also a simple dish that even the pickiest of eaters usually enjoys!
Inspired by your favorite takeout restaurant, this one-dish Chicken, Broccoli and Pineapple Stir-Fry has got it all. It’s sweet, savory and hearty, thanks to the addition of whole grain brown rice. Since Minute® Instant Brown Rice cooks up in just 10 minutes, you can get back to your evening routine in a matter of minutes.
If you’re thinking about skipping some of the ingredients in this dish, think again! The cornstarch may not seem necessary but it works as a thickening agent for the delicious sauce, making it more like a glaze. If you don’t have fresh grated ginger or garlic, feel free to use ground ginger and garlic powder from your spice cabinet. Simply add them in with the sauce.
Enjoy more recipes using stir-fried ingredients like a dish of Egg Fried Rice or a classic Chicken Fried Rice.
Picky Eaters?
If you’ve got picky eaters at home, the key to having them eat their veggies or try new things is flavor. We bet they’ll love the sweet sauce in this recipe. If you cut the vegetables into small pieces, they’ll cook up more quickly and evenly and also be more appealing. Tempt picky ones with some other veggie-packed favorites, like our Brown Rice & Lentil Lasagna Casserole, a Chicken and Yellow Rice bowl or a No Cream Creamy Broccoli Soup, with cheesy croutons on top.
Looking for a vegetarian dinner option? Try our: eggplant parmesan recipes.
