Description
Charred Pineapple Salsa Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances the savory taste of grilled chicken with a sweet and zesty pineapple salsa. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds. With its bright colors and delicious aroma, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this delightful culinary creation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ripe fresh pineapple (about 2 cups diced)
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and lightly oil the grate.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice; mix well.
- Grill the seasoned chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until juices run clear.
- In the last two minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with salsa and close the lid.
- Remove from the grill; let rest for a few minutes before serving with extra salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg