Grilled Caribbean Chicken With Pineapple Salsa

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Grilled Caribbean Chicken With Pineapple Salsa
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can pineapple tidbits
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar
4 chicken breast halves ( boneless , skinless )
1/4 cup red pepper , diced
1/4 cup red onion , minced
1 small jalapeno pepper , minced
2 tablespoons cilantro , chopped
salt and pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
355
Sugar
12g
Fat
16g
This Grilled Caribbean Chicken With Pineapple Salsa is a perfect summer dish that is both healthy and flavorful. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of pineapple juice, lime juice, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The pineapple salsa adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish, and is a great way to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner or a summer barbecue with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2.Drain the pineapple tidbits and reserve the juice.
3.In a bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, vegetable oil, lime juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, and sugar.
4.Season chicken with salt and pepper.
5.Grill chicken until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side.
6.While the chicken is grilling, make the pineapple salsa by combining the pineapple, red pepper, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro in a bowl.
7.Season with salt and pepper.
8.Serve the grilled chicken topped with the pineapple salsa.

PROS

This dish is a flavorful and healthy way to enjoy grilled chicken.

The pineapple salsa adds a sweet and tangy flavor and is a great way to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet.

CONS

This dish requires some preparation time to make the pineapple salsa.

Also, if you do not have a grill or grill pan, you will need to use an alternative cooking method.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Grilled chicken is a great source of lean protein, which is important for building and repairing muscle tissue.
It is also a good source of B vitamins, which are essential for energy production.
The pineapple in the salsa provides vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and supports healthy skin.

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