Description
Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Bowls with Coconut Rice is a vibrant dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and tropical flavors. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe features juicy grilled chicken paired with caramelized pineapple, all served atop creamy coconut rice. Each bowl bursts with color and nutrition, making it a delightful meal for any occasion. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, you can customize the toppings to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress guests, these bowls are sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 fresh pineapple
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups jasmine rice
- 1 ¼ cups coconut milk (from a can)
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, rice vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the marinade for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook jasmine rice with coconut milk and water until tender.
- Preheat grill and cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side; grill pineapple until caramelized.
- Assemble bowls with coconut rice as the base; top with sliced chicken and grilled pineapple along with avocado, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Garnish with lime juice and sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg