Spicy Pineapple Chicken Rice
What Started it all:
chicken, pineapple, eggs, peri peri sauce, rice
Get ready to light your taste buds on fire! This dish combines the sweetness of pineapple with the heat of peri peri sauce, all perfectly balanced with tender chicken and fluffy rice. It’s a fantastic meal that will impress your guests and leave them begging for more. Let's get to it!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons peri peri sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups rice (jasmine or basmati works best)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Rinse 2 cups of rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rice with 4 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until cooked. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: While the rice is cooking, take your chicken breasts and season them with salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of peri peri sauce. Make sure the chicken is nicely coated – don’t skimp on flavor!
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer if you need to – 165°F is your magic number!
- Add the Pineapple: Once the chicken is cooked, toss in the pineapple chunks and the remaining 2 tablespoons of peri peri sauce. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the pineapple is heated through and caramelized slightly.
- Fry the Eggs: In another pan, crack the eggs and fry them sunny-side up or however you like them. Season with a little salt and pepper.
- Plate It Up: Serve the rice on each plate, top it generously with the spicy pineapple chicken, and place a fried egg on top. Garnish with fresh herbs if you’re feeling fancy.
There you have it! A vibrant, spicy, and absolutely delicious dish that’s sure to impress. Don’t just stand there, get cooking! And remember, if it doesn’t taste fantastic, you’re not done yet. Now go on, get that kitchen fired up!