RealLifeDadMeals
Easy, practical meals for busy families—shortcuts when you need them, homemade when it matters.
Yes, I know….we all love that express place. But it’s all the way across town and DoorDash is too dang expensive. This recipe is just as good, give it a shot and see!!!
⏱️ Quick Info
- Time: ~25 minutes
- Serves: 4
- Difficulty: Easy
💬 Dad Tip
Short on time? Use microwave jasmine rice and this whole meal is done in about 15 minutes.
Fast, simple, and still tastes like you put in work.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- Salt & pepper, to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
- Cook the rice
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions
- Set aside
- Cook the chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat
- Add diced chicken
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
- Cook 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through
See the grease screen??! If you don’t have a set you NEED to get one. I mean unless you like grease splattering everywhere….🤷♂️ They are on Amazon for $20 for a set of four assorted sizes! DO IT!
- Make the sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and grated ginger
- Bring it together
- Add pineapple chunks to the chicken
- Pour in sauce
- Stir and cook 2–3 minutes until heated through
- Serve
- Spoon over rice
- Top with chopped green onions
🍽️ Final Thoughts
Sweet, savory, and done fast.
This is one of those meals that feels like takeout—but way easier and way cheaper.
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