Description
Dive into summer with this irresistible Homemade Grilled Pineapple Chicken! This dish combines tender chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce, delivering a burst of tropical flavors that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for barbecues or family dinners, the juicy chicken paired with caramelized grilled pineapple creates an unforgettable meal. It’s easy to prepare, healthy, and versatile—ideal for serving over rice, greens, or in tacos. Elevate your next gathering with this flavorful recipe that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 fresh pineapple, cut into rounds
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 4–6 pitted dates (soaked)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Soak the dates in warm water for 10-15 minutes.
- In a blender, combine pineapple rounds, coconut aminos, pineapple juice, tomato paste, soaked dates, garlic powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Blend until smooth.
- Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Toss to coat evenly; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 24 hours).
- Preheat grill to high heat (500°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill alongside pineapple slices until cooked through (about 5-6 minutes per side for chicken; 3-4 minutes per side for pineapple).
- Serve over rice or greens; garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with pineapple (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg