Description
Easy Homemade Grilled Pineapple Chicken is a delightful and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. This recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy pineapple marinade, grilled to perfection alongside juicy pineapple slices. The combination of flavors creates a tropical experience that is sure to impress family and friends. Whether served over rice, on mixed greens, or as part of a colorful taco spread, this versatile dish caters to all tastes. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, you’ll find that this easy grilled chicken recipe is not only delicious but also a healthy choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh pineapple (cut into rounds)
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 4–6 pitted dates (or 1/4 cup maple syrup)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- White rice or cauli rice
- Mixed greens
- Chopped green onions (for topping)
Instructions
- Soak dates in warm water for about 10 minutes; drain.
- Blend dates, coconut aminos, pineapple juice, tomato paste, and seasonings until smooth.
- Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Toss to coat; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 24 hours).
- Preheat the grill to high heat (about 500°F). Grill the chicken and pineapple for about 5–6 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Serve over rice or mixed greens and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg