Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even 1/2 inch thickness or sliced lengthwise if large)
– 1/3 cup olive oil
– Juice of 2 limes (about 2-3 tablespoons)
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
– 3 teaspoons allspice
– 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 cup diced pineapple
– 1/2 diced onion
– A handful of roughly chopped cilantro
– 1 diced jalapeno (optional)
– Juice of 1 lime
– 2 teaspoons honey (for the salsa)
– Salt to taste
Instructions
1-First, start by preparing the marinade. Combine 1/3 cup olive oil, juice of 2 limes (about 2-3 tablespoons), 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 3 teaspoons allspice, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon honey in a bowl. Mix it well to create a flavorful base for your chicken.
2-Next, add the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the marinade. Make sure they’re pounded to an even 1/2 inch thickness or sliced lengthwise if they’re large. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to soak up all those tasty spices this step really makes the difference.
3-Once marinated, preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until it’s fully done and juicy inside. While that’s happening, prepare the pineapple salsa by mixing 1 cup diced pineapple, 1/2 diced onion, a handful of roughly chopped cilantro, 1 diced jalapeno (if you like it spicy), juice of 1 lime, 2 teaspoons honey, and salt to taste. You can blend it briefly for a smoother texture or keep it chunky.
4-After cooking, serve the chicken over steamed white rice and top it with a generous spoonful of the pineapple salsa. For a healthier option, swap white rice for brown rice to boost the nutrition. This combination creates a balanced meal that’s both satisfying and full of fresh flavors.
Last Step:
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๐ Use fresh pineapple instead of canned for a more balanced sweetness.
๐ฏ Substitute or omit honey based on your preference.
๐ Consider different onion varieties or add fruits like mango or kiwi to the salsa for unique twists.
โฐ Marinating longer enhances flavor but avoid over-marinating to prevent texture changes.
๐ฝ๏ธ Use brown rice as a healthier alternative to white rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa
- Calories: 356 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 641 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 72 mg
