Description
Grilled Pineapple Chicken is a tropical delight that combines juicy, marinated chicken with sweet, caramelized pineapple. Perfect for summer barbecues, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. With vibrant flavors and a beautiful presentation, it’s the ideal centerpiece for any gathering. Get ready to grill your way to a delicious meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add pineapple slices to the grill until caramelized.
- Drizzle reserved marinade over grilled chicken before serving with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with pineapple (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg