Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice (Printable Version)
Thai-style fried rice with chicken, pineapple, cashews, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein & Eggs
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 large eggs
→ Vegetables & Fruit
03 - 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, diced (or canned, drained)
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
06 - 2 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Rice & Nuts
08 - 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled (preferably day-old)
09 - 3/4 cup unsalted roasted cashews
→ Sauces & Seasonings
10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
11 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
13 - 1 teaspoon curry powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
15 - 1 tablespoon sugar
16 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
17 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
02 - Add remaining tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
03 - Push garlic to one side of the pan. Crack eggs into the empty space and scramble quickly until just set, about 30-45 seconds.
04 - Add diced bell pepper, peas and carrots, and pineapple. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
05 - Add chilled jasmine rice to the wok, breaking up any clumps with your spatula. Return cooked chicken to the pan and toss to distribute evenly.
06 - Pour in soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, curry powder, white pepper, and sugar. Toss everything thoroughly to combine and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
07 - Stir in cashews and sliced green onions. Remove from heat immediately. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between juicy pineapple and crunchy cashews creates a texture party in every bite
- It transforms leftover rice into something that feels like restaurant quality without the delivery wait
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- Fresh, warm rice will turn into a gummy mess, so plan ahead and cook rice the night before
- Have all ingredients prepped and within arms reach before you turn on the stove, stir frying moves fast
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- Soy sauce brands differ wildly in saltiness, start with less and add more as needed
- Squeeze lime juice over your individual bowl rather than the whole dish, letting everyone control their acidity