Best 9 Grilled Caribbean Chicken With Pineapple Salsa Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Grilled Caribbean Chicken with Pineapple Salsa, a vibrant symphony of flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed islands of the Caribbean. The succulent chicken, marinated in a zesty blend of Caribbean spices and herbs, is grilled to perfection, delivering a smoky, slightly charred exterior and a tender, juicy interior. The pineapple salsa, a vibrant accompaniment, bursts with the sweetness of fresh pineapple, the tang of red onion, and the subtle heat of jalapeño, creating a refreshing contrast to the savory chicken. This delectable dish is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy, making it an unforgettable dining experience.

In addition to the main recipe, this article offers a collection of tantalizing recipes that complement the Grilled Caribbean Chicken perfectly. You'll find recipes for Coconut Rice, a fluffy and flavorful side dish infused with the rich creaminess of coconut milk; Caribbean Black Beans, a hearty and flavorful dish made with black beans simmered in a savory blend of spices; and Mango Salsa, a vibrant and refreshing salsa that adds a touch of tropical sweetness to your meal. With these recipes, you can create a complete Caribbean-inspired feast that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN GRILLED CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Looking for a yummy, healthy summer dinner? Try this easy Caribbean Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Salsa recipe! It's paleo, Whole30 and easy to make!

Provided by The Clean Eating Couple

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb Just BARE Natural Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Fillets
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 cup pineapple (chopped finely)
1/2 cup tomatoes (chopped finely)
1/4 cup chopped onion (chopped finely)
2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped finely)
1 tablespoon jalapeno (chopped finely)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the marinade. Add marinade and Just BARE chicken breasts to a plastic bag or glass container + allow it to marinate for at least 10 minutes (the longer the better!)
  • While chicken is marinating, prepare the salsa. Chop all vegetables/fruit in very small pieces. Stir together in a bowl and set aside
  • Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side over medium-high heat or until internal temp is 165 degrees
  • Serve grilled chicken with salsa on top over a salad or alongside roasted veggies + enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 oz chicken + 2 tbsp salsa, Calories 323 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 345 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 10 g

GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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This is a great recipe from Crisco (slightly modified). The recipe should be started about 45 minutes to an hour before the grill is ready to allow enough marinade time (not included in prep time).

Provided by PanNan

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar
4 chicken breast halves (boneless, skinless)
1/4 cup red pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, minced
1 small jalapeno pepper, minced
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple juice into a 1-cup measuring cup. Add oil, lime juice, garlic, red pepper flakes and sugar. Mix well to make the marinade. Place chicken in a large resealable food storage bag. Pour all but 1 tablespoon of marinade over the chicken. Seal bag. Refrigerate 30 to 45 minutes.
  • To make salsa, combine pineapple, red pepper, red onion, jalapeño pepper, cilantro and reserved 1 tablespoon marinade in a medium-sized serving bowl. Toss well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat grill to medium. Remove chicken from marinade. Discard marinade. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, for 10 to 15 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear. Serve with pineapple salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.7, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 47.7, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 7.8, Protein 15.8

GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts with a fruity marinade. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons mango chutney
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • In a nonporous glass dish or bowl combine the orange juice, lime juice, chutney, ginger, oil, pepper sauce, oregano and cloves. Mix all together and add chicken. Toss to coat, cover dish and place in refrigerator. Marinate overnight.
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat or set oven to broil
  • Remove chicken from dish (dispose of remaining marinade) and grill or broil the chicken 6 inches from the heat source.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 43.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

PINEAPPLE SALSA CHICKEN



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These flavorful chicken breasts are grilled to perfection, then topped with a sweet and spicy, colorful pineapple salsa. The dish is mildly spicy, however you can adjust the amount of jalapeno to suit your tastes. Use your favorite brand of seasoning and adjust the salt right before serving, as some brands are saltier than others.

Provided by France C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (6 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
1 cup diced pineapple
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons minced red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Pound chicken to a 1-inch thickness for even grilling. Brush oil over chicken and sprinkle Jamaican jerk seasoning evenly on both sides. Set aside.
  • Combine pineapple, red pepper, jalapeno pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl for the salsa. Set aside.
  • Place chicken on the hot grill and lower heat to medium. Grill until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 12 to 14 minutes, turning halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a plate to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Top chicken with salsa mixture and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 891.8 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST AND PINEAPPLE



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I have been on the lookout for a recipe that I could make myself. Infusing pineapple with teriyaki was delicious! It is the perfect amount of sweet and salty and the longer you let your chicken marinate, the more delicious it becomes! This grilled recipe is now a staple at our house - everyone loves it. Serve with peas, rice, or salad.

Provided by Samsul786

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 pineapple rings
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, pineapple rings, soy sauce, lime juice, pineapple juice, honey, ketchup, ginger, sesame oil, and garlic in a large resealable plastic bag. Marinate for 4 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until browned and no longer pink in the center, flipping as needed, about 15 minutes. Add pineapple rings to the grill during the last 5 minutes of cooking time. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 863.3 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN BREASTS



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Here is a recipe to get your creative juices flowing! Chicken breasts marinated in the flavors of the Caribbean isles: Citrus, garlic, herbs and a little hot sauce for spice! This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 10 minutes. Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
½ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1 ½ skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the orange juice, orange peel, olive oil, lime juice, ginger, garlic, hot pepper sauce and oregano. Blend into a marinade.
  • Place chicken breasts in a nonporous glass dish or bowl. Pour marinade over chicken, cover dish or bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to broil OR preheat grill to medium high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade (disposing of any leftover marinade) and grill or broil 6 inches from the heat source for about 7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 24.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SALSA



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I know summer has arrived when I make this grilled chicken dish with all its fresh ingredients. The colorful salsa is bursting with zesty flavor. -Julie Simpson, North Aurora, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings (3 cups salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
TOMATO-PINEAPPLE SALSA:
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN



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An incredible "barbeque sauce" that makes them come back for more - if you have any chicken left over, it's even better the next day! I've been using this recipe for 36 years - the fire will flame because of the oil, but believe me, it's worth it! I usually double this recipe.

Provided by BakerNurse

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse your chicken pieces in cold water and the juice of 2 limes.
  • Mix above ingredients in a small bowl, mixing well.
  • Cook chicken pieces on grill, about 20-25 minutes per side, basting chicken with sauce the last 5 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 2326.2, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe pineapple for the salsa. This will give the salsa the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a grill pan or on a stovetop griddle. Just be sure to preheat the pan or griddle before cooking the chicken.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This grilled Caribbean chicken with pineapple salsa is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and then grilled to perfection. The pineapple salsa is a refreshing and tangy complement to the chicken. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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