Dreaming of the Islands Chicken and Rice Recipe

Name: Dreaming of the Islands Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken pieces (give or take); 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt, divided; ¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, divided; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 small onion, diced; 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk; ¾ cup unsweetened pineapple juice; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4 green onions, chopped diagonally; 1 (3 1/2 ounce) jar macadamia nuts, toasted and chopped; fresh pineapple (optional)

Servings: persons

4 lbs chicken pieces (give or take)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 ½ teaspoons sea salt, divided
¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, diced
1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
¾ cup unsweetened pineapple juice
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 green onions, chopped diagonally
1 (3 1/2 ounce) jar macadamia nuts, toasted and chopped
fresh pineapple (optional)

1
Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
2
Brown chicken in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes on each side.
3
Removed chicken from skillet and drain, reserving 1 tablespoons of drippings in skillet.
4
Add butter and melt, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet; add onion and saute a few minutes.
5
Add the rice and saute about 4 minutes; add garlic and saute about 1 more minute.
6
Stir in the broth, coconut milk, pineapple juice and crushed red pepper.
7
Return chicken to skillet.
8
Sprinkle the rest of salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
9
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer about 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
10
Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle with the green onions and nuts.
11
Garnish, if desired.

1210

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

159

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs chicken pieces (give or take), 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt, divided, ¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Dreaming of the Islands Chicken and Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dreaming of the Islands Chicken and Rice

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