Grilled Pineapple Chicken Recipe
Our Grilled Pineapple Chicken Recipe will transport you to a tropical paradise. Chicken breasts and pineapple slices are seasoned then topped with a pineapple preserves and rum glaze and grilled to perfection.
Servings: 4
Calories: 331kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pineapple preserves
- 2 Tablespoons spiced rum OR pineapple juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 slices fresh pineapple or canned pineapple slices
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat grill for direct-heat grilling.
- In small microwave-safe bowl combine pineapple preserves and spiced rum. Microwave until heated through, 1-2 minutes, depending on wattage of your microwave; stir and reserve.
- In another small bowl combine oregano, ancho and kosher salt.
- Season pineapple slices with 1/4 tsp. spice mixture. Brush with 2 Tbs. pineapple rum glaze. Grill until caramelized and heated through, turning once, 2-3 minutes. Reserve.
- Season chicken breasts with remaining spice mixture. Grill chicken until juices run clear and meat thermometer reads 165F, turning once, and brushing with remaining pineapple rum glaze during last 5-7 minutes of grilling.
- Top chicken with pineapple slices.
Notes
Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
- Replace rum with juice
- Also delicious when made with boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves
- No fresh pineapple? No worries, just use canned pineapple slices
- Replace the ancho chile powder with chili powder or a pinch of red pepper flakes
Nutrition
Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 385mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg