Jerk Chicken with Pineapple: A Juicy Twist for Your Table
A delicious recipe that combines the spicy flavors of jerk chicken with the sweetness of pineapple for a unique dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 ripe pineapple, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine jerk seasoning, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the mixture onto the chicken thighs thoroughly.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 7-10 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- During the last few minutes of grilling, add the pineapple slices to the grill.
- Once the chicken is cooked and the pineapple is caramelized, remove from the grill.
- Serve immediately with the grilled pineapple on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add chopped fresh peppers to the marinade.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least an hour for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with pineapple
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 28 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Jerk Chicken, Pineapple, Grilled Chicken, Caribbean Cuisine