Grilled Caribbean Jerk Chicken W- Pineapple Reduction

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 6
Grilled Caribbean Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Reduction
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
caribbean jerk seasoning
1 can pineapple slices
1 lime
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 cup coconut rum ( I use Parrot Bay )
cayenne pepper ( to taste )
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons I Ca n't Believe It 's Not Butter� Spread
1 teaspoon cilantro
salt and pepper ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
348
Sugar
12g
Fat
19g
Grilled Caribbean Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Reduction is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of the tropics to your plate. The Caribbean jerk seasoning combines herbs and spices like allspice, thyme, and garlic with hot peppers for a spicy and savory rub that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken. The pineapple reduction sauce adds sweetness to balance out the heat and acidity from the lime juice and vinegar. This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner, and is sure to impress your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat the grill to high heat.
2.Season chicken breasts generously with Caribbean jerk seasoning.
3.In a blender, combine pineapple slices, lime juice, vinegar, coconut rum, cayenne pepper, and cilantro. Blend until smooth.
4.Melt butter or spread in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the blended mixture and stir occasionally until reduced to desired thickness.
5.Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
6.Serve chicken with pineapple reduction sauce on top.

PROS

The Caribbean jerk seasoning adds a flavorful kick to the chicken, while the pineapple reduction sauce adds a sweet and tangy element.

Grilling the chicken breasts keeps them juicy and adds a nice charred flavor.

This dish is easy to make and perfect for a summer barbecue or weeknight dinner.

CONS

The Caribbean jerk seasoning can be spicy for some people.
Adjust the cayenne pepper according to your heat preference.

The rum and butter in the pineapple reduction sauce add extra calories and fat to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, which helps build and repair muscle tissue in the body.
Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that aids in digestion and can have anti-inflammatory properties.
Lime juice and cilantro add vitamin C and antioxidants to the dish.

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