Best 7 Caribbean Pineapple Chicken Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant Caribbean with our tantalizing Caribbean Pineapple Chicken recipe. This dish captures the essence of Caribbean flavors, blending juicy pineapple, aromatic spices, and succulent chicken to create a delightful symphony of taste. We also offer a diverse collection of mouthwatering recipes to satisfy every palate. From the classic jerk chicken, a Jamaican staple, to the flavorful Cuban mojo pork, and the aromatic coconut shrimp, our recipes are a celebration of the Caribbean's rich culinary heritage. Allow your taste buds to dance to the rhythm of Caribbean spices as you explore our treasure-trove of delectable dishes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Thirty minutes to dinner! Dijon and jerk seasoning jazz up baked chicken breasts while bran cereal adds crunch. A peppy fruit salsa makes a sassy topper.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups Fiber One™ original bran cereal
2 teaspoons jerk seasoning (dry)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped apricots or papaya, if desired
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and finely crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor). Place cereal in shallow dish. Stir in jerk seasoning.
  • In large food-storage plastic bag, place chicken, buttermilk, mustard and pepper sauce. Seal bag; shake well. Remove chicken from bag; coat with cereal mixture. Place on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix salsa ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until serving. Serve chicken with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

QUICK CARIBBEAN PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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This is a quick adaptation of an old favorite. This looks like you spent a lot more time in front of your stove. Can be quite pretty to look at too!

Provided by TishT

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 slices pineapple
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, slightly pounded
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup flour
1 cup water
3/4 cup honey
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 lime, juice of
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 pinch ground red pepper
minced cilantro (optional)
crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix water, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, coconut extract and red pepper.
  • Set aside.
  • Cut pineapple slices in half.
  • In a nonstick skillet, sauté in oil over medium heat until slightly browned.
  • Set aside.
  • Rub chicken breasts with garlic.
  • Dredge in flour until thoroughly coated.
  • In pan juices, sauté chicken over medium heat until browned,about 2 minutes.
  • Turn and brown other side.
  • Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  • Rinse or wipe pan.
  • Note: you don't need to cook the chicken in this step; you're just browning the flour coating so that it sticks to the chicken while it's simmering in the sauce.
  • Cooking the flour also prevents a pasty flavor.
  • Pour honey-soy mixture into pan.
  • Return chicken to pan and simmer in honey mixture for 12-15 minutes over low heat.
  • Turn chicken once during cooking being careful not to tear the coating.
  • Note: Make sure the sauce is only simmering.
  • If the heat is too high, the mixture bubbles vigorously and burns, ruining the flavor of the dish.
  • Serve over rice.
  • Serve with snow peas or broccoli, arranged decoratively with pineapple.
  • Garnish with a sprinkle of cilantro and crushed red pepper, if desired.

CARIBBEAN CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA....



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From: Valerie Lindsey This delicious recipe has a little kick from the jalapeno peppers and sweet from the pineapple and juice. Our family LOVES this dish. Be sure to cook it on the grill to do it justice! Healthy, low fat, low sugar. This is a guilt free dish. Delicious served with baked sweet potato and green salad with a sweet vinaigrette dressing.

Provided by Vals Home

Categories     Poultry

Time 37m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless chicken breasts, large
2 fresh garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 shallot, chopped (large)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 lime, juice of
1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
3 tablespoons red onions, chopped fine
1/4 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 tablespoon cilantro leaf, chopped

Steps:

  • Make salsa first.
  • Combine all salsa ingredients except cilantro and refrigerate up to one day. Add cilantro just before serving.
  • Puree all ingredients for chicken marinade and put in plastic Ziploc bag with chicken. Marinade no more than 30 minutes. Grill and serve.

CARIBBEAN PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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Tropical breezes and an ocean sunset aren't necessary to enjoy Mary Tallman's Caribbean cuisine. "This zippy chicken recipe makes a quick, easy and delicious meal," she shares from Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin. "Sometimes, I substitute lean pork for the poultry,"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice, divided
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup golden raisins
2 medium firm bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and 1/2 cup pineapple juice until smooth. Stir in the mustard, thyme and pepper flakes; set aside. Sprinkle chicken with salt. In a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Remove from the skillet and keep warm., Pour remaining pineapple juice into skillet. Stir in green onions and raisins; cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir reserved pineapple juice mixture and add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return chicken to skillet; heat through. Stir in bananas. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 515mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CARIBBEAN GRILLED CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Categories     Chicken     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 17

CHICKEN
1-1/2 tsp. chopped garlic
1/2 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
1 tsp. oregano
1 large shallot, chopped
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, loosely packed
3 Tbsp. oil
1 tsp. salt
4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
PINEAPPLE SALSA
1-1/2 cups diced pineapple
3 Tbsp. finely diced red onion
1/2 tsp. minced jalapeno
salt & pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. minced cilantro leaves
2 Tbsp. cilantro leaves for garnish
4 lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • CHICKEN Blend garlic, jalapeno, oregano, shallot, cilantro, oil and salt in food processor or blender. Put chicken breasts in resealable plastic bag and add garlic mixture. Seal tightly and rub bag to thoroughly coat breasts with mixture. Put bag inside another resealable plastic bag, seal tightly and freeze up to 1 month. * Thaw chicken in refrigerator several hours or overnight. When thawed, add lime juice. Let rest 1/2 hour at room temp. before grilling. PINEAPPLE SALSA Combine pineapple onion,jalapeno and salt & pepper in bowl and set aside. Just before using salsa, add 2 Tbsp. minced cilantro, adjust seasonings and stir well. Grill or broil chicken on both sides until just cooked through (do not overcook), about 6 min. per side, depending on heat of grill and thickness of chicken. Serve hot or at room temperature, topped with pineapple salsa, evenly divided. Garnish with remaining 2 Tbsp. cilantro and lime wedges. 318 calories per serving *I got this recipe out of the LA Times. It works best if you follow the directions and freeze the chicken as directed; I have tried making it all on the same day and it is not the same.

CARIBBEAN PINEAPPLE/COCONUT CHICKEN



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Categories     Chicken     Marinate     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Healthy

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 fresh pineapple
1 Tbl veg. oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 clove galic-pressed-rubbed on raw chicken
1-2 Tbl flour-rubbed on raw chicken
1/4 cup water
2-3 Tbl honey
1-2 Tbl soy sauce
zest and juice of one lime
1/4 Teas coconut extract
pinch of red pepper
1-2 Tbl flaked coconut
1-2 Teas minced cilantro

Steps:

  • In an 8-inch skillet-saute pineapple in oil till lightly browned-remove to plates-then add the chicken to the same pan-cook till browned-mix all ther ingredients and add to chicken-cover and simmer 12-15 min.-arrange the chicken on the pineapple slices on plates-spoon sauce over chicken and sprinkle with a litte more coconut.

CARIBBEAN LIME CHICKEN WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE



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Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound total)
1/2 cup lime juice (about 4 limes)
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and diced (or one 4-ounce jar diced red pimientos, drained)
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 10-ounce can sliced pineapple in juice, juice reserved
2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced (optional)
1 tbsp honey
1 to 2 cups hot cooked white rice

Steps:

  • 1. Place each chicken breast between two slices of waxed paper and flatten with a mallet or the bottom of a heavy pot to about half of its original thickness. Arrange all of the chicken in a lightly greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish. In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, bell pepper, garlic, black pepper, and juice from the pineapple. Pour over the chicken. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight, turning once. 2. Preheat the broiler and set the rack so that the top of your pan will be 6 inches from the heat source. 3. If necessary, spoon off and discard enough of the marinade so that the tops of the chicken pieces are exposed. Arrange the pineapple and kiwi slices on top of the chicken. In a small bowl, mix together the honey with 1 tbsp water and microwave for 10 - 15 seconds, until the honey is dissolved in the water. Pour the honey glaze evenly over the chicken and fruit. 4. Broil for 15 - 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, basting occasionally to prevent burning. If the top browns too rapidly, move the pan to a lower rack. 5. Divide the rice among four plates. Cut each chicken breast in half and serve the chicken on top of the rice. Spoon additional pan drippings over the top as desired.

Tips:

  • Use ripe pineapple: The riper the pineapple, the sweeter and more flavorful the dish will be.
  • Sear the chicken: Searing the chicken helps to lock in the juices and give it a nice golden brown color.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade helps to infuse the chicken with flavor. Be sure to use a marinade that contains acidic ingredients, such as citrus juice or vinegar, as this will help to tenderize the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure that it is safe to eat.
  • Serve immediately: Caribbean pineapple chicken is best served immediately after it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Caribbean pineapple chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and flavorful marinade makes this dish a hit with everyone who tries it. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken, give Caribbean pineapple chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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