Description
Pineapple Chicken And Rice is a vibrant, mouthwatering dish that combines succulent marinated chicken with a refreshing pineapple salsa. The zesty lime and aromatic spices in the marinade enhance the chicken’s flavor, while the sweet and tangy salsa adds a delightful twist. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to prepare and adaptable to various serving styles—over coconut rice, as a salad, or even in lettuce wraps. Impress your family and friends with this healthy yet delicious meal that brings tropical flavors to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 limes
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 cups diced pineapple
- 1 cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeño
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 large avocado (finely sliced or diced)
- Coconut rice for serving
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2–1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Trim and pound chicken to an even thickness.
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, honey, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken in half of the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for about 4–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Combine diced pineapple, cilantro, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, cumin, salt & pepper for salsa.
- Serve grilled chicken over coconut rice topped with salsa and sliced avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg