Thai Stir-Fried Rice with Chicken, Pineapple, and Cashews: Sweet and Savory

Experience the explosion of flavors with this delicious Thai stir-fried rice with chicken, pineapple, and cashews. This dish is a perfect blend of sweet and savory, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or wanting to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to hit the spot.

What makes this dish stand out is the unique combination of ingredients that come together to create a harmonious flavor profile. The juicy pineapple adds a touch of sweetness, the tender chicken brings protein to the dish, and the crunchy cashews give it a satisfying texture.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup diced pineapple
• 1/2 cup cashews
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons oil for cooking
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallots and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3. Push the chicken to one side of the wok and add beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix with the chicken.
4. Add cooked rice, pineapple, cashews, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper to the wok. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Enjoy this Thai stir-fried rice with chicken, pineapple, and cashews hot, straight from the wok. The combination of flavors and textures will leave you craving for more!