Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with this mouthwatering Caribbean Jerk Pineapple Chicken recipe. The combination of savory jerk spices and the sweetness of pineapple creates a perfect balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Caribbean Jerk Pineapple Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup Caribbean jerk seasoning
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix the Caribbean jerk seasoning with olive oil to form a paste.
- Rub the jerk paste over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
- In the last few minutes of grilling, add the pineapple chunks to the grill and cook until they have a nice char.
- Remove the chicken and pineapple from the grill, let the chicken rest for a few minutes, and then slice it into strips.
- Serve the grilled jerk chicken over a bed of rice or your favorite side dish, topped with grilled pineapple chunks and garnished with fresh cilantro.
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 350 | Protein: 25g | Carbohydrates: 20g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 3g