Spicy Pineapple Marinade For Chicken

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A zesty, sweet, and spicy marinade that tenderizes chicken while imparting a vibrant tropical flavor.
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This Spicy Pineapple Marinade is the perfect way to elevate simple chicken breasts into a restaurant-quality meal. The combination of fresh pineapple juice and chunks provides natural enzymes that tenderize the meat, while jalapenos and garlic add a robust kick. Fresh lime juice and cilantro brighten the profile, cutting through the sweetness of the honey glaze applied during cooking. This marinade is ideal for summer barbecues or quick weeknight broiled dinners. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken with a caramelized, slightly spicy crust. It’s a versatile recipe that balances sweet, heat, and acid beautifully.

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Spicy Pineapple Marinade For Chicken

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 6.2

Description

This Spicy Pineapple Marinade is the perfect way to elevate simple chicken breasts into a restaurant-quality meal. The combination of fresh pineapple juice and chunks provides natural enzymes that tenderize the meat, while jalapenos and garlic add a robust kick. Fresh lime juice and cilantro brighten the profile, cutting through the sweetness of the honey glaze applied during cooking. This marinade is ideal for summer barbecues or quick weeknight broiled dinners. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken with a caramelized, slightly spicy crust. It&# 226;ÂÂs a versatile recipe that balances sweet, heat, and acid beautifully.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Core, seed, and coarsely chop the pineapple.
  2. Seed and chop the jalapeno chilies.
  3. Mince the garlic cloves.
  4. Puree the chopped pineapple, jalapenos, and garlic in a blender until almost smooth.
  5. Add pineapple juice, lime juice, cilantro, and lime peel to the blender.
  6. Process until fully blended.
  7. Pour the marinade into a large glass baking dish.
  8. Add chicken breast halves to the dish and turn to coat evenly.
  9. Cover the dish and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours.
  10. Prepare a barbecue for grilling or preheat the broiler.
  11. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off.
  12. Season chicken generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  13. Pour 1/2 cup of the reserved marinade into a small bowl.
  14. Whisk honey into the reserved marinade mixture.
  15. Brush the honey-marinade mixture over the chicken.
  16. Grill or broil chicken until cooked through, turning frequently and basting with remaining honey-marinade, for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 6.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For the best flavor, use fresh pineapple rather than canned. Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165ðF (74ðC).

If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds and white membranes from the jalapenos before chopping.

Do not reuse the raw marinade that touched the chicken. The honey-marinade mixture set aside before cooking is safe to use as a glaze.

This marinade works well with chicken thighs as well, though cooking time may vary.

Keywords: pineapple, chicken, marinade, spicy, grilling, broiling, jalapeno, lime, cilantro, garlic, honey, bbq, tropical, glaze, summer, easy, dinner, flavorful, tender, juicy
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